Research Assistant (Duque Correa Lab) (Fixed Term)

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Research Assistant at the Cambridge Stem Cell Institute, focusing on whipworm colonization of the human gut. The position supports flexible working and requires an MSc in relevant fields with specific laboratory skills. Join a collaborative environment and contribute to significant research aimed at eradicating whipworm infections.

Benefits

Access to state-of-the-art facilities

Collaborative environment

Support for flexible working

Qualifications

• Experience in tissue culture, preferably with organoids.
• Enthusiastic, detail-oriented, capable of independent work.
• Good team player with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Study host-whipworm interactions using mouse and organoid models.
• Analyze molecular and cellular changes during early infection.
• Develop new strategies to eradicate whipworm infections.

Skills

Tissue Culture

Microscopy

Flow Cytometry

Molecular Biology Techniques

Bioengineering Scaffolds

Strong Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

MSc in Stem Cell Biology

MSc in Bioengineering

MSc in Regenerative Medicine

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Posted:

02.06.2025

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17.07.2025

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Job Description:

Cambridge Stem Cell Institute

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Research Assistant to join the group of Dr Maria Duque-Correa at the Cambridge Stem Cell Institute.

Environment: Our research group aims to understand the "whipworm niche at the host intestinal epithelia". We study host-whipworm interactions using mouse models and organoid-based in vitro models, employing techniques like confocal imaging, FACS, and transcriptomics. Located at the Jeffrey Cheah Biomedical Centre, we have access to state-of-the-art facilities and collaborations with the Wellcome Sanger Institute and the University of Manchester. We value teamwork and a positive work environment.

The Project: The project focuses on understanding how whipworms invade and colonize the human gut by creating a 3D multicellular model of the human intestine. We will analyze molecular and cellular changes during early infection using microscopy and sequencing, aiming to develop new strategies to eradicate whipworm infections.

You Have: A MSc in Stem Cell Biology, Bioengineering, Regenerative Medicine, or related fields, with experience in tissue culture (preferably organoids), bioengineering scaffolds, microscopy, flow cytometry, and molecular biology techniques. You should be enthusiastic, detail-oriented, capable of independent work, and a good team player with strong communication and organizational skills.

Terms: The position is fixed-term for two and a half years, with potential extension based on funding and performance. Questions can be directed to Dr Maria Duque-Correa. We support flexible working and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds. The university ensures all employees are eligible to work in the UK.