Research Fellow in Reproductive Biology
Overview of the Role
Faculty of Medicine and Health
We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements.
The University of Leeds is one of the top 80 universities in the world. We have a truly global community, with more than 39,000 students from 170 different countries and over 9,000 staff of 100 different nationalities. Established in 1904, we have a strong tradition of academic excellence, reflected in first-class student education, along with world-leading research that has a real impact around the globe.
Are you an ambitious researcher looking for your next challenge? Do you have a background in Reproduction, Developmental biology or 3D in vitro cell systems? Do you want to further your career in one of the UK’s leading research intensive Universities?
We are looking for an enthusiastic Research Fellow to work on our BBSRC funded grant to understand the role of microRNAs in the evolution of implantation in mammals. Understanding the biological basis of how these microRNAs evolved to drive diversity. In implantation strategies in mammals is key to enhancing pregnancy success in humans, food production, and conservation. We are using an interdisciplinary approach combining novel in vitro 3D approaches to mimic maternal and embryo interactions as well as comparative approaches to determine how microRNAs alter implantation. The candidate will be training in state of the start 3D in vitro models as well as Omics approaches including single cell RNA and ATAC sequencing.
What we offer in return
- 26 days holiday plus approx.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– the University contributes 14.5% of salary.
- 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, and self-development courses including languages, Creative Writing, Wellbeing Therapies and much more.
- Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.
And much more!
If you are looking for a role that will be at the cutting edge of reproductive biosciences in a supportive, dynamic and inclusive research group, apply today
To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:
Professor Niamh Forde, Professor and Chair of Molecular Reproductive Biosciences
Email: n.forde@leeds.ac.uk
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