Research Associate (Chalut Lab) (Fixed Term)

The Wellcome - Medical Research Council Cambridge Stem Cell Institute is an international centre of excellence for stem cell research and regenerative medicine. Scientists in the Institute collaborate to advance our knowledge of various stem cell types and to perform pioneering work in translational research areas, providing the foundation for new medical treatments (https://www.stemcells.cam.ac.uk/ ). The lab of Dr Kevin Chalut (https://www.stemcells.cam.ac.uk/people/pi/chalut ) asks fundamental questions involving how stem cells sense environmental and mechanical changes and determine and shape their cell fate.

We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Research Associate to investigate mechanisms of mechanical signalling during cell fate transitions in pluripotent stem cells. Expertise in molecular biology, development and stem cell biology, and tissue culture, would be highly desirable. Strong background in engineering and/or physics would be an advantage, but not a prerequisite. Candidates will work closely with lab members and collaborators to ensure the quality of our work.

Appointment at Research Associate level is dependent on having a PhD, an equivalent research doctorate. Those who have submitted but not yet received their PhD will be appointed at Research Assistant level, which will be amended to Research Associate once PhD has been awarded.

Salary Ranges: Research Assistant: £27,116 - £31,406 Research Associate: £33,309 - £40,927.

Informal enquiries about the post are also welcome via email on Kevin Chalut [email protected]

The closing date for all applications is Thursday 21 October 2021 with interviews to be confirmed at a later date.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 12 months in the first instance.

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