Research Assistant (AP12811)

University of Bath; Bath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university is seeking a Research Assistant to study heart regeneration through extracellular matrices. The position involves cultivating tissue, performing tests, and requires a degree in biological sciences along with laboratory experience. Join a collaborative team dedicated to scientific advancement and enjoy a variety of benefits, including professional development opportunities and a supportive environment.

Benefits

Free counselling services

Cycle to work scheme

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Staff discount at Team Bath gym

Generous employer pension schemes

Generous annual leave with additional discretionary days

Family-friendly workplace

Relocation allowance

Visa reimbursement

Qualifications

• Experience in a laboratory environment including cell culture and biocompatibility testing.
• Motivated with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to learn new skills and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Grow heart tissue in culture.
• Conduct electrospinning and biocompatibility tests.
• Contribute to day-to-day running of the lab.

Skills

Cell culture

Electrospinning

Biocompatibility testing

Strong organisational skills

Clear communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Undergraduate or master’s degree in biological science

Job description

About

We are hiring a Research Assistant to study the role of different extracellular matrices in heart regeneration.

In this role, you will be part of a dynamic and supportive team working at the intersection of cell biology and physics. You will culture heart tissue to model regeneration following damage. Using this system, you will dissect the mechanisms involved in heart regeneration. You should have an understanding of biomaterials for tissue engineering and tissue regeneration.

Key Responsibilities

• Grow heart tissue in culture
• Electrospinning, biocomaptability and electrical activity testing
• Contribute to day-to-day running of the lab
  
  

About You

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual with:

• An undergraduate or master’s degree in a biological science or relevant subject.
• Experience working in a laboratory environment (including cell culture, electrospinning and halospinning nanofibres and biocomaptability testing, experience in the design of functionalised de novo-based hydrogels, immunostaining and bioimaging, scanning electron microscopy and mass spectroscopy)
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Clear communication skills
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Enthusiasm for learning new skills and techniques
  
  

Further information

This is a full-time, fixed term position for 3 months

Informal enquires are welcome, please contact Professor David Tosh ([e-mail]) or Professor Kamal Asadi ([e-mail])

As a member of Research Staff at the University of Bath, you will be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year

What We Can Offer You

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.

We are very proud to be an autism friendly university and are an accredited Disability Confident Leader; committed to building disability confidence and supporting disabled staff.

• Free counselling services through Health Assured
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Staff discount at Team Bath gym
• Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees
• Staff discount on language courses
• Generous employer contributory pension schemes
• Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more
• Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
• Local discounts and more
• A family-friendly workplace
• An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• Relocation allowance
• Visa reimbursement and Interest-Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses
  
  

We are committed to continually expanding our benefits to better support you and enhance your experience with us. Find out more about our benefits.

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Closing Date: 13 Jul 2025

Department: Education & Research

Salary: £30,805 to £37,174