Post Doctoral Research Associate (Fixed Term)

We are looking for an enthusiastic Post Doctoral Research Associate to join Dr Courtney Hanna's group, a developmental epigenetics lab based in the Centre for Trophoblast Research and Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience. The successful candidate will join a Wellcome Trust/Royal Society funded project investigating the mechanisms of epigenetic programming during early placental development and the importance of these epigenetic marks in placental function throughout pregnancy. We are an inclusive and welcoming group, committed to mentoring and supporting the career development of all members.

You will be the key person to investigate embryo and placental phenotypes in transgenic mouse models, perform molecular and next generation sequencing experiments, analyse sequencing data for epigenetic marks and gene expression, and contribute to manuscripts arising from this work.

Candidates must hold a PhD in biological sciences or have their thesis submitted when commencing the post. Candidates should have excellent organisational, collaboration and communication skills. Experience in molecular techniques and basic bioinformatics analyses is essential for this position. Experience in placental cell biology, mouse embryology and method optimisation is desirable, but not essential.

The post is available for two years in the first instance, with the possibility of extension to 5 years, at a maximum starting salary of £33,797 per annum.

The University of Cambridge and the Department of Physiology, Development & Neuroscience particularly encourages women and candidates from a Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic background to apply for this vacancy.

We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.

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Informal inquiries are invited and can be directed to Dr Courtney Hanna: [email protected]

To apply to this post, please submit a CV and motivation letter detailing why you want to be part of this project, why you think you are a good fit for the lab, and how this post will be good stepping-stone for your career. Please provide contact details for two people who can provide a professional reference.

Closing date for applications is Friday 3 Sept 2021. We aim to hold Zoom interviews for shortlisted candidates between 13 Sept and 20 Sept 2021.

Please quote reference PM27534 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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