CRISPR Genomics Research Associate – 3-Year Fixed Term

The University of Manchester; Manchester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employer contribution pension

29 days annual leave plus bank ories

Ride to work and EV car scheme

Job summary

The University of Manchester is seeking a Research Associate to join the Kulathu laboratory to establish, optimise and apply CRISPR-based genetic screening in human cells, discovering novel components of ubiquitin-regulated quality control pathways. You will work with Dr. Richard Timms’ lab on mechanistic follow-up studies.

This full-time post is fixed term for 36 months. You will establish CRISPR screening, optimise conditions, validate hits, perform collaborations, and prepare work for

Qualifications

• Have, or be about to obtain, a relevant PhD (or equivalent).
• At least one first author publication or preprint posted on BioRxiv or MedRxiv.
• Specialist knowledge in human cell genetics, CRISPR-based functional genomics and the principles of genetic screens, with an interest in ubiquitin biology, cellular quality control or stress responses.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Establish and perform human cell CRISPR screening, optimise screen conditions, set up new methods, validate hits and document workflows.
• Conduct individual and collaborative research projects.
• Prepare research work for publication and dissemination.
• Collaborate with academic colleagues on areas of shared research interest

Skills

Excellent communication

Independence

Team collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Education

PhD (or equivalent)

First author publication or preprint

Job description

The University of Manchester is seeking a Research Associate to join the Kulathu laboratory to establish, optimise and apply CRISPR-based genetic screening in human cells, discovering novel components of ubiquitin-regulated quality control pathways. You will work with Dr. Richard Timms’ lab on mechanistic follow-up studies.

This full-time post is fixed term for 36 months. You will establish CRISPR screening, optimise conditions, validate hits, perform collaborations, and prepare work for