Research Assistant Uk Visa Sponsorship

Job Description

Grade UE06: £34,132 to £39,355 per annum (pro-rata for part-time)

CMVM, HGU/IGC
Full-time: 35 hours per week
Fixed-term: 24 months

The Opportunity:

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity to develop a wide range of brain tumour research skills at the Human Genetics Unit (HGU) within the Institute of Genetics and Cancer (IGC). The successful candidate will maintain and enhance brain tumour tissue culture models and conduct experimental work to study how these cells respond to DNA damage. Specifically, the role will focus on using laboratory techniques to explore how extra-chromosomal DNA (ecDNA) reacts to DNA damage. You will be part of a dynamic group of brain tumour researchers within a Cancer Research UK Brain Tumour Centre of Excellence (BT-CoE), which is also part of the CRUK Scotland Centre.

This is a full-time position (35 hours per week), though we are open to considering part-time or flexible working arrangements.

Informal inquiries are welcome and should be directed to Dr. Karin Purshouse (Karin.purshouse@ed.ac.uk).

Salary: £34,132 to £39,355 per annum.

Your Skills and Attributes for Success:

Experience and proficiency in cell culture.

Ability to work independently, developing, performing, and optimising laboratory techniques.

Strong record-keeping and presentation skills.

Motivated to develop data analysis skills, including image analysis.

A keen interest in brain cancer biology.

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Application Information:

Please ensure your application includes the following documents:

CV

Cover letter

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

To join a growing university-wide team focused on brain tumour research excellence.

A competitive salary.

An exciting, positive, creative, challenging, and rewarding work environment.

Membership in a diverse and vibrant international community.

Comprehensive staff benefits, including generous holiday entitlement, competitive pension schemes, staff discounts, and family-friendly initiatives. Visit our staff benefits page (opens a new tab) and use our reward calculator to explore the total value of your pay and benefits.

Championing Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion:

The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing gender equality in higher education. We are also members of the Race Equality Charter and Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.

Right to Work in the UK:

Before starting employment, you will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. More details are available on our right to work webpages (opens a new tab).

The University may be able to sponsor international workers for this role. If successful, applicants requiring sponsorship will need to meet the UK Home Office’s English Language requirements and apply for a Skilled Worker Visa. Please note, if the role is offered on a part-time basis, sponsorship may depend on various factors specific to the applicant or the role may no longer meet the Home Office’s criteria for sponsorship.

Key Dates:

Application closing date: 26th March 2025 (11:59pm GMT).

Interviews: To be held shortly after the closing date.