Research Associate (Fixed Term)

University of Nottingham; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nottingham is seeking a 7-month fixed-term research assistant to support the academic team in studies of soluble epoxide hydrolase. The role involves biochemical experiments, data analyses, and drafting reports, with opportunities to contribute to manuscripts.

The successful candidate will conduct literature searches, prepare presentations, and assist with manuscript preparation. The starting date is provisionally 17 November 2026, with closing date 12 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Literature searches
• Presentations
• Drafting manuscripts

Responsibilities

• Assist and support the academic team in carrying out academic research related to studies of the enzyme soluble epoxide hydrolase.
• Research will include biochemical experiments using established methods, such as enzyme activity assays and cell culture; analyse data generated and contribute to drafting reports.
• Support preparation of manuscripts and contribute to reports and publications.

Job description

Salary £32,080 to £35,608 per annum pro-rata depending on skills and experience.

Area Life Sciences

Location UK Other

Closing Date Monday 12 October 2026

Reference MED2149426

The purpose of this fixed term role is to assist and support the academic team in carrying out academic research related to studies of the enzyme soluble epoxide hydrolase.

Research will include biochemical experiments using established methods, such as enzyme activity assays and cell culture. The role will also include analyses of the data generated and contributing to the drafting of reports.

The candidate will also be experienced in literature searches, presentations and will support the preparation of manuscripts.

This is a 7-month post with the starting date provisionally as 17 th November 2026.

Any enquiries should be directed to Professor Victoria Chapman [e-mail]. Please note that applications sent to this email will not be accepted.

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