Research Assistant in Virology

University of Leeds; Leeds; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Leeds is seeking a Research Assistant in Virology to join the Whitehouse research group. This role involves investigating KSHV's manipulation of host cell pathways using various molecular biology techniques. The position offers a competitive salary and generous benefits, including extensive holiday and personal development opportunities.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus 16 Bank Holidays

Generous pension scheme

Health and Wellbeing discounts at gym

Access to courses for personal development

On-site childcare and shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in culturing KSHV-infected B lymphocytes.
• Knowledge of KSHV reactivation mechanisms.

Responsibilities

• Investigate how KSHV manipulates host cell pathways.
• Use molecular, cell biology, and imaging approaches.

Skills

Molecular Cell Biology

Virology

Education

Master’s in Molecular Cell Biology

First degree in Molecular Cell Biology

Job description

Research Assistant in Virology, Faculty of Biological Sciences

Salary: Grade 6 (£32,546 - £38,249 p.a.)

This role will be based on the university campus. We are also open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

Are you an early career researcher looking for your first challenge? Do you have a background in Molecular Cell Biology or Virology? Do you want to further your career in one of the UK’s leading research-intensive universities?

The Whitehouse research group is seeking a highly motivated research assistant to investigate how the human tumour virus, Kaposi’s sarcoma-associated herpesvirus (KSHV), manipulates host cell pathways to enhance its own replication. The project will use a range of molecular, cell biology, and cell imaging approaches to highlight novel KSHV-mediated mechanisms to regulate viral gene expression.

Minimum requirements:

1. A first degree or Master’s in Molecular Cell Biology, Virology, or a closely allied discipline.
2. Experience in culturing KSHV-infected B lymphocytes.
3. Knowledge of KSHV reactivation mechanisms and assessing KSHV lytic replication.

Salary Requirements Of The Skilled Worker Visa Route

Please note that due to Home Office visa requirements, this role may only be suitable for first-time Skilled Worker visa applicants if they are eligible for salary concessions. For more information, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. For more information, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/global-talent

What We Offer In Return

• 26 days holiday plus approximately 16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
• Generous pension scheme plus life assurance
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts, and travel schemes are also available.

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Ade Whitehouse, Professor of Molecular Virology

Tel: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]