Postdoctoral Research Associate

Job title:

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Company:

University of Edinburgh

Job description

Job Category: AcademicJob Description:Grade UE07 £41,064 to £48,822 per annumCSE / School of Biological Sciences / Institute for Immunology and Infection ResearchFull time: 35hrs per weekFixed Term: 36 monthsThe OpportunityWe are looking for a talented and enthusiastic postdoctoral researcher to join the Shaw lab to investigate identify the regulatory function of NRROS/LRRC33 in gastrointestinal macrophage development and functions, and in the development and progression of gastrointestinal cancers.You will apply multiparameter flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, single cell-RNA sequencing and spatial transcriptomic based approaches to transgenic mouse models and in vivo models of gastrointestinal cancer.You will join the Institute for Immunology and Infection Research at the University of Edinburgh, which is a vibrant scientific community within an exciting and beautiful city. You will also join our active regional British Society of Immunology community, the Edinburgh Immunology Group, with regular research seminars and a wider community for ECRs across Edinburgh.Your skills and attributes for success:

• A PhD in Immunology or Cancer Biology, or a related discipline.
• Experience in tissue digestions for single cell suspensions, multiparameter flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, tissue immunology or gastrointestinal cancer biology, and in vivo murine models.
• Active or recent Home Office licence
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to interact productively with other team members.
• Ability to manage time to effectively and efficiently achieve the research programmes objectives.
• Ability to quickly learn and independently apply new techniques.

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• CV
• Cover letter describing how this position fits with your skills and career goals.

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• A competitive salary.
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, competitive pension schemes, staff discounts, and family-friendly initiatives. Check out the full list on our

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Expected salary

£41064 – 48822 per year

Location

United Kingdom

Job date

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 22:56:21 GMT

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