Research Associate in Translational Radiobiology

The University of Manchester; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a Research Associate to join a dynamic team focused on enhancing radiotherapy outcomes through innovative research. This role involves developing and validating novel biomarkers while collaborating with a diverse group of professionals. You'll engage in meaningful research that contributes to the advancement of cancer treatment, participate in international conferences, and help mentor the next generation of scientists. With a commitment to inclusivity and flexible working arrangements, this position offers a supportive environment where your contributions can make a real impact in the field of cancer research.

Benefits

Market leading Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Exceptional annual leave entitlement

Paid closure over Christmas

Local and national retail discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in research and experiments using various techniques.
• Ability to prepare scientific publications and funding applications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research for BioAdaptive clinical trials of radiotherapy.
• Prepare deliverables and present progress in technical meetings.

Skills

Research Techniques

Data Analysis

Attention to Detail

Self-motivation

Education

PhD in relevant field

MSc in relevant field

Tools

Bioinformatics Software

Statistical Analysis Tools

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for a Research Associate to work within the Translational Radiobiology group and Cancer Research UK Manchester Centre Radiotherapy BioAdaption group.

The challenge for radiotherapy-related research is to find ways of integrating radiobiology, imaging and tissue biomarkers to improve radiotherapy outcomes. This project will develop and validate novel radiomic and genomic biomarkers of tumour response and normal tissue toxicity; combined with real-world evidence to predict outcomes.

The post holder will undertake research and experiments using a broad range of techniques and will work within a multi-disciplinary team of clinicians, radiographers, bioinformaticians and physicists. The purpose of the role is to support the translational research for the BioAdaptive clinical trials of radiotherapy in the pelvis. They will prepare deliverables, present the progress of work in technical meetings and participate in the supervision of PhD and MSc students, contribute to the preparation of funding applications, participate in international scientific conferences and prepare high quality scientific publications. The post holder will need a strong eye for detail and to be self-motivated.

This project is funded by the Cancer Research UK Manchester Centre.

What you will get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we support an inclusive working environment and welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working - you can find out more here.

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies. Any CV's submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Prof Ananya Choudhury or Dr Luisa Biolatti

Email: [e-mail] / [e-mail]

General enquiries:

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This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.