Cardiovascular Mechanotransduction Research Associate

KINGS COLLEGE LONDON; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK research institution is seeking a postdoctoral scientist for a BHF-funded role in cardiovascular research. The role involves investigating the roles of nesprin and the LINC complex in cardiomyocyte mechanotransduction. Candidates should have a PhD in biological sciences and a strong background in experimental cardiovascular mouse models. This full-time position offers a fixed-term contract for 19.5 months with a competitive salary between £45,031 and £46,189 per annum.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant biological sciences project.
• Strong background in experimental cardiovascular mouse models.
• Experience working with in-vivo models of disease.

Responsibilities

• Investigate roles of nesprin and LINC complex in cardiomyocyte mechanotransduction.
• Use various experimental techniques including in vivo physiology.
• Contribute to a multi-disciplinary research group.

Skills

Experimental cardiovascular mouse models

Cell and molecular biological techniques

Good communication skills

Self-motivated and independent

Planning and prioritising workload

Education

PhD in biological sciences

Tools

Immunoblotting

qPCR

Histology

Confocal microscopy

Job description

A leading UK research institution is seeking a postdoctoral scientist for a BHF-funded role in cardiovascular research. The role involves investigating the roles of nesprin and the LINC complex in cardiomyocyte mechanotransduction. Candidates should have a PhD in biological sciences and a strong background in experimental cardiovascular mouse models. This full-time position offers a fixed-term contract for 19.5 months with a competitive salary between £45,031 and £46,189 per annum.