Research Fellow – Retinal Cell Biology

Job title:

Research Fellow – Retinal Cell Biology

Company

University of Southampton

Job description

Job Information Organisation/CompanyUNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON Research FieldBiological sciences Researcher ProfileRecognised Researcher (R2)First Stage Researcher (R1)Established Researcher (R3) CountryUnited Kingdom Application Deadline11 Jun 2024 – 00:00 (UTC) Type of ContractOther Job StatusFull-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?Not funded by an EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?NoOffer DescriptionClinical and Experimental SciencesLocation: Southampton General HospitalSalary: £34,980 to £37,099 Per annumFull Time Fixed Term for 3 yearsClosing Date: Tuesday 11 June 2024Interview Date: To be confirmedReference: 2606624FC-2RWe are seeking to recruit a highly motivated and capable postdoctoral researcher to join the Retinal Cell Biology Lab led by Dr Jörn Lakowski at the University of Southampton. The successful candidate will join the multidisciplinary Faculty of Medicine’s Vision Group, composed of both basic scientists and clinicians, providing a rich environment for exciting professional and personal development. Supported by the research charity Retina UK, this translational research project will utilize innovative technologies in the area of human pluripotent stem cell derived retinal organoid cultures and transcriptomics. The post holder will work on a collaborative project seeking to understand the molecular mechanisms of cone photoreceptor death in retinitis pigmentosa. The post will be funded until 30/04/2027 in the first instance.Candidates should have a PhD (or about to be awarded) in a relevant area and a BSc/MSc in a related life science subject (e.g. developmental cell biology/genetics). A background or strong interest in mammalian cellular and developmental biology is essential. The candidate will have robust skills in molecular biology techniques as well as experience in pluripotent stem cell culture, retinal organoid differentiation, histology, flow cytometry and confocal microscopy. Experience with using the programming language R is desirable. The candidate must have excellent organisational, communication and problem solving skills.Evidence of a successful track-record in research and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team is required.Applications for Research Fellow positions will be considered from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant PhD qualification. The title of Research Fellow will be applied upon successful completion of the PhD. Prior to the qualification being awarded the title Senior Research Assistant will be given.For further information please contact: Dr Jörn Lakowski ( )Application ProcedureThe application deadline is midnight on the closing date stated above. If you need assistance, call Recruitment on +44 (0) 23 8059 2750, or email . Quote the advert reference 2606624FC on all correspondence.RequirementsAdditional InformationWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON Country United Kingdom City Southampton GeofieldWhere to apply WebsiteContact CitySouthamptonSTATUS: EXPIRED

Expected salary

£34980 – 37099 per year

Location

Southampton

Job date

Sat, 25 May 2024 02:50:06 GMT

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