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Teaching Manager

We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and positive individual to lead our Teaching Team and to ensure the effective administration and delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate education in the Department of Zoology. We are one of the larger research and teaching departments in the University, with a final-year undergraduate class of about 90. The Department teaches on 10 courses within the undergraduate Natural Sciences Tripos and currently trains approximately 90 postgraduate students.

Located in the heart of Cambridge, the Zoology Department is a thriving, friendly and dynamic community of researchers, students, professional services staff and visitors who are passionate about exploring the wonders of the natural world. Our buildings include teaching areas, labs and offices as well as the Museum of Zoology. We offer a welcoming work environment where you can feel valued, are encouraged to develop, and supported to achieve your full potential.

We are looking for someone with great organisational skills, experience in planning and delivering programs and projects, excellent written and verbal communication abilities, and a demonstrable capacity to engage with students, academics, and professional services staff. You will be a great team player with a genuine interest in this fulfilling field and preferably have some existing knowledge of higher education teaching and administration.

Experience in successfully managing staff is desirable as the role holder will manage the Postgraduate Administrator and the Teaching Office Assistant who support the administration of all undergraduate and postgraduate programs within the Department.

Excellent IT skills, including knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, databases, webpages and email packages, are essential together with a knowledge of, or willingness to learn, Moodle (Virtual Learning Environment), Panopto (online video recording and hosting system) and other University computing systems such as CamSIS (the University's student records system).

The position is full time and is available on a permanent basis.

Full information about the role can be accessed via the link below.

Interviews will be held in the week commencing Monday 13 May 2024.

If you have any questions about this vacancy or about the application process, please contact Louise Balshaw, Departmental Administrator on da@zoo.cam.ac.uk

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

Flexible working requests will be considered.

We particularly welcome applications from candidates from a BME background for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented at this level in our University.

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If you have any queries regarding the application process please contact Anastasia Nezhentseva. Email: an286@cam.ac.uk Telephone: (0)1223 330117

Please quote reference PF41113 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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Research Associate - Genome regulation

The Ahringer lab in the Gurdon Institute is looking for an experienced laboratory research scientist with expertise in molecular biology and genomics to support its research programmes. We decipher how chromatin and gene expression are regulated to direct the step-by-step development of the single-celled totipotent zygote to the differentiated state. We use the C. elegans model, where the invariant lineage makes it the only organism where it is feasible to determine cell-to-cell genomic regulatory transitions across development. We apply single cell profiling, bulk genomic assays, microscopy, and mutant analyses to determine how the genome is regulated to drive developmental decisions and their expression.

This is a key role that will offer collaborative support and technical expertise across the scientific programmes in the laboratory. The role covers a wide range of activities, allowing for continuity of lab operations. Activities include:

  • Collaborating with lab members on research projects.
  • Providing experimental or technical support to other lab members.
  • Providing technical expertise and input to develop, optimise and troubleshoot relevant and novel methodologies.
  • Independently undertaking own research projects, designing, and executing experiments in consultation with the group leader.
  • Participating in academic activities, including group meetings and journal clubs, seminars, and scientific meetings.
  • Writing up findings and completing revisions.
  • Maintaining laboratory organisation, supplies, and safety procedures
  • Training new and existing lab members in standard operating procedures

This is a highly collaborative position, so excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential. You should be a motivated and organised individual with expertise in a broad range of molecular biology techniques and have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Experience in genomic profiling techniques (e.g. ChIP-seq, ATAC-seq, RNA-seq, single cell analyses) is highly desirable. Candidates should have a PhD in a relevant discipline and have a capacity to apply initiative and creativity to solve technical and biological problems.

The Gurdon Institute is a world-renowned centre of Developmental biology and Cancer research embedded in the University of Cambridge. It provides an exceptional and stimulating environment that promotes collaborative and interdisciplinary research in a supportive and modern setting, with access to state-of-the-art technologies such as super-resolution imaging, single-cell analyses, genome engineering, and genomics and computer modelling.

Informal enquiries can be made to Julie Ahringer via ja219@cam.ac.uk

If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact hr@gurdon.cam.ac.uk.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 31 December 2025 in the first instance.

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Please quote reference PR41123 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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Research Assistant (Fixed Term)

Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience (https://www.pdn.cam.ac.uk/), University of Cambridge.

The position involves investigating the organisation and function of neural circuits underlying spatial orientation and self-motion perception, funded by the Wellcome Trust. The project provides the opportunity to integrate behaviour, electrophysiology, calcium imaging, and circuit manipulation across thalamic and cortical networks involved in navigation, using the mouse model. For more information about the lab's research questions and approaches, please visit https://www.keshavarzilab.com/.

Key Experience and Competencies:

We are seeking a highly motivated individual with prior experience in cellular or systems neuroscience research.

Essential criteria include:

  • A first-class degree (or equivalent) in neuroscience, engineering, biology, or other relevant disciplines.
  • Proficient programming skills (Matlab, Python) for the control and analysis of behavioral and neurophysiological experiments.
  • A solid knowledge of neurobiology with critical thinking abilities.
  • Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
  • A clear interest in the lab's research program.

Preference will be given to candidates who additionally demonstrate:

  • Experimental expertise in any of the following techniques: electrophysiology, calcium imaging, quantitative animal behavior, stereotactic surgery.
  • Willingness to pursue a PhD in our lab and apply to the department's PhD program in 2024.

Role summary:

The role involves developing and conducting novel behavioural experiments to study spatial orientation abilities in mice, recording neural activity using electrophysiology and/or calcium imaging techniques, manipulating specific circuits and cell types with opto- and chemogenetics, as well as designing and performing data analysis.

The research assistant will join a multidisciplinary research environment, closely interacting with other circuit/systems neuroscience groups. Regular seminars held at the department and various scientific and networking events organised by the Cambridge Neuroscience Network will further provide excellent opportunities for scientific discussion and networking with fellow researchers and the wider neuroscience community.

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Please submit a CV, including your overall grade for each higher education degree, and a cover letter addressing the following:

  • Your motivation for joining the lab.
  • How your research skills align with the job description.
  • Your research ambitions and career goals.

Please provide the contact details of two individuals who can serve as references.

The closing date for applications is 30th April 2024. Please note that we will be reviewing applications on a regular basis. We reserve the right to close the position early once the available position is filled.

The post is available from September 2024 onwards for one year in the first instance.

Informal enquiries about the position can be made to Dr Sepiedeh Keshavarzi (sk2244@cam.ac.uk).

Please quote reference PM41068 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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Student Liaison Administrator

This is an excellent opportunity for a friendly and well organised full-time administrator to join a small team working in the office of the School of the Biological Sciences in central Cambridge.

You will be able to use your technical and communication skills to support staff who deliver our teaching to around 2,500 students. The role's primary purpose is to be responsible for maintaining and running services provided by the School for the smooth administration of student matters. This includes designing and updating documents, coordinating teaching input from the departments and technical responsibility for maintaining websites, timetables and class lists. The role holder also has direct responsibility for administration of aspects of interdepartmental courses.

Our ideal candidate will be able to communicate clearly and effectively both in written work and orally with staff and students throughout the University and be able to work with colleagues in wide range of professional roles. Excellent customer service skills are required and previous experience in a customer focused office environment is desirable. You will be educated to at least A-level standard, and will be highly competent in standard software packages, ideally with web-authoring experience, as well as being enthusiastic about learning how to use a range of non-standard software. You will need to be able to prioritise your own workload and be able to work effectively on your own as well as within a small group.

For full details of the post please see the Further Particulars.

The deadline for applications is midnight on Monday 15 April. We hope to hold interviews for the post during the week commencing 22 April 2024.

We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.

We particularly welcome applications from women and /or candidates from a BME background for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented at this level in our School.

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Informal enquiries can be made by contacting the Administrative Officer (Teaching and Examinations), Chad Pillinger, on cp316@cam.ac.uk.

Please quote reference PA41050 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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Departmental Administrator

The School of Biological Sciences, a flourishing academic community that enjoys a world-class reputation for both teaching and research, has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced administrator to join the team as Departmental Administrator at the Department of Pharmacology, University of Cambridge. The Departmental Administrator is responsible for effective and efficient delivery of all operational and administrative functions within the Department and supports the Head of the Department in achieving the Department's strategic aims and objectives in relation to governance, policy and business operations in support of teaching and research.

As an experienced manager, you will advise, manage, and motivate the Department's professional services staff, who deliver key support services in HR, finance, grants administration, teaching, buildings and facilities, health and safety, IT, internal and external communications, compliance, and other operational areas. You will also interact with both undergraduate and postgraduate students undertaking taught and research-based courses with the Department.

You will utilise your communication and interpersonal skills, not only to build effective working relationships within your team, but also to develop and maintain effective working networks within the School of the Biological Sciences and the University's central administration. Experience of strategic planning and risk management, compliance, committee management, mentoring/coaching, project management, change management, problem solving, and conflict resolution is highly desirable.

The ideal candidate will have good time management, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a strong ability to build relationships at all levels of the organisation. A proactive approach, persuasive tactfulness, and an enthusiastic attitude towards their work are qualities we deem essential for the appointed candidate.

Educated to at least degree level, the ideal applicant will be able to engage with the values and aspirations of a research-intensive Department, School and University. You will join us with the ability to handle a diverse and varied workload, with the ability to manage both projects and operational tasks concurrently. Experience in a senior administrative role within a Higher Education environment would be beneficial.

Further details can be found in the Further Particulars document.

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If you have any questions about this vacancy, please contact Ms Thury Agustsdottir (ta421@cam.ac.uk).

Any queries regarding the application process can be directed at the HR Team (hr@phar.cam.ac.uk).

Please quote reference PL41064 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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Research Laboratory Technician (Fixed Term)

The Crop Science Centre is seeking to recruit a Laboratory Technician. This is an exciting opportunity for somebody passionate about supporting scientific research to join a new team of vibrant and friendly group of researchers and technicians and work in a state-of-the-art laboratory.

The Crop Science Centre opened in October 2020 and is part of the Department of Plant Sciences. It benefits from the diverse skills and expertise of the University of Cambridge and NIAB, providing an environment for research excellence in crops, with the drive and expertise for scientific translation to address real-world problems. Over 80 staff and students are located at the Centre, distributed in between six research groups.

The role holder will report to the Research Service Manager. The successful candidate will work alongside the Lab Manager Assistant to ensure the smooth running of CSC labs including procurement of lab consumables and equipment, and correct use and maintenance of research equipment. The role holder will also assist with Health and Safety at CSC, including updating risk assessments and standard operating procedures. The role holder will provide assistance in support of research activity, like maintaining stocks of competent cells or running a N. benthamiana transient transformation service.

The ideal candidate should have prior experience in working in a research laboratory and understanding of laboratory technician work. Experience with media preparation or horticultural practices will be advantageous. The role holder will work as part of a wider dynamic and friendly Professional Services technical team and willingness to help when demands are high, and being a strong team player is essential. Good communication, attention to details and interpersonal skills are essential.

CSC is committed to technician development, supporting the Technician Commitment initiative to ensure recognition, visibility, career development and sustainability of the Professional Services-technical group.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 21 months in the first instance.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.

We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.

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Informal enquiries are welcome and should be directed to Dr Susana Sauret Gueto, Research Service Manager, ss2359@cam.ac.uk.

Please quote reference PD40958 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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Clinical Veterinarian in Oncology

Do you have a passion for clinical oncology, teaching and research?

Do you want to work as part of an internationally recognised team in a state of the art Hospital?

The Department has an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Veterinarian in Oncology with effect from 1 May 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Along with other academic staff you will be responsible for providing small animal referral oncology services to the Queen's Veterinary School Hospital; practical teaching of small animal oncology to undergraduates; and for training Junior and Senior Clinical Training Scholars. Whilst this is primarily a clinical service post, the role holder would be expected and encouraged to contribute to current and future clinical research projects. Participation in an on call rota will be required.

Applicants should be a member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons and hold a Diploma of the European or American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (sub-specialty Oncology). However, candidates who have completed an approved Residency training programme in Medical Oncology and who are eligible to sit the ECVIM-Onc certifying examination will also be considered. Documented undergraduate teaching experience is desirable.

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Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to Alison Hayes, Associate Principal Oncologist, by email: amh243@cam.ac.uk

Applicants should complete the online application process in addition to submitting a Curriculum Vitae (CV), covering letter outlining suitability for the role and contact details for two referees.

Please ensure that you upload your CV and a covering letter in the Upload section of the online application. If you upload any additional documents that have not been requested we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.

For further particulars for the role and information about the Department, please visit: https://www.hospital.vet.cam.ac.uk/

Closing date for applications: Monday 1st April 2024

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Please quote reference PP40907 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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Scientific Support Coordinator

The Department of Zoology is internationally renowned for its exceptional record in teaching and research. It is home to a thriving community of around 260 staff, graduate students and visitors. Research in the Department ranges from cell and developmental biology through conservation science or evolutionary genetics.

We are looking to recruit a keen and enthusiastic individual to join our scientific support team who provide a highest standard of support to our research and teaching labs. This is a great opportunity to become part of Zoology's vibrant, friendly and welcoming community and contribute towards its success.

You will be part of a team responsible for ensuring that scientific departmental needs are supported. This is an exciting role with diverse responsibilities: you will be involved with the management of the media and glass washing facility, you will work closely with the Senior Animal Care Technician, and you will manage the tissue culture facility, including hands-on bench and tissue culture work. You will also manage departmental service contracts for communal scientific equipment and you will provide assistance to the Teaching Lab when required.

You will be a proactive, enthusiastic and versatile individual to undertake this exciting role in the Department. You should have experience working within a biological lab environment, be an excellent communicator with good organisation skills, keen attention to detail, and the ability to make decisions on your own whilst also working effectively as part as a wider team.

We have a proactive approach to personal and team development and we will provide training where necessary for this role. As a department within the University of Cambridge, the successful applicant will benefit from the stability that comes from such a world-renowned Institution. They will also have access to a broad selection of staff benefits and personal development opportunities including discounts at a wide range of local and national businesses and educational opportunities available exclusively to University of Cambridge employees.

This role is required to work on site and the appointment is offered on a permanent, full-time basis. A requirement of the role is to be part of the additional cover team at weekends, Bank Holidays and on occasion, out of hours. The candidate will therefore be required to work outside of normal working hours at certain periods of time.

Informal enquiries should be directed to Sylviane Moss, Lab and Facilities Manager: smmc2@cam.ac.uk

Please refer to the Further Particulars for this role, and use this as a guideline for your application.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check and a health assessment.

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

Flexible working requests will be considered.

We particularly welcome applications from women and candidates from a BME background for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented at this level in our University.

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If you have any queries regarding the application process please contact Anastasia Nezhentseva.

Email: an286@cam.ac.uk Telephone: (0)1223 330117

Please quote reference PF41035 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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Research Laboratory Support Technician

Based in the heart of Cambridge, the Department of Pharmacology prides itself in being a thriving, dynamic and friendly department within the School of Biological Sciences, dedicated to the pursuit of world-class research, teaching and learning.

With the number of research and academic staff growing, so are our Professional Services teams and we are now looking to appoint a knowledgeable and dedicated Research Laboratory Support Technician to join our department.

Reporting to the Facilities and Safety Manager, the Research Laboratory Support Technician will be essential to our research and teaching staff by providing specialist technical support and ensuring the smooth running of a workshop facility.

The role is varied and dynamic, with duties ranging from manufacturing and preparing specialist equipment in support of research project and setting up equipment for teaching or research, to providing technical advice to research students and researchers. The post holder will discuss work requests to ascertain the aims and technical requirements of the request/project; construct, test and modify specialist equipment and provide technical specifications based on rough drawings and sketches or verbal instructions. The Research Laboratory Support Technician will carry out research into new technologies and manufacture methods, whilst monitoring laboratory resources within a set budget.

Therefore, excellent communication and problem-solving skills are required in order to work in this active and interesting role. We would expect the post holder to be pro-active and have a high degree of precision and accuracy. IT skills are essential to this role.

Applicants should hold a qualification equitable to HND/HNC, level 4/5 vocational qualifications or an equivalent level of practical experience. It is also essential that applicants demonstrate factual and theoretical knowledge relevant to the post, as well as being up to date with current regulations and practices.

It is expected that this role will be based in the Department in order to be able to provide in-person support.

In return, we are offering: - Competitive rates of pay with automatic service-related pay progression and annual cost of living increases; - Generous annual leave allowance of 36 days paid leave (including bank holidays); - Generous maternity, adoption and shared parental leave entitlement and other family friendly schemes; - An auto-enrolment pension scheme , with a generous employer contribution; - A clear training and induction plan to ensure you are equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to achieve success; - Access to University personal development training courses to support your ongoing learning and development; - A supportive and inclusive working environment that encourages collaboration and supports wellbeing.

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All applications must submitted via the University Recruitment System - please note that we cannot accept applications that are submitted via post or email.

If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact our HR team at hr@phar.cam.ac.uk.

Please quote reference PL41029 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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Senior Clinical Training Scholarship (SCTS) in Diagnostic Imaging

Scholarship award: £27,820.00

This Senior Clinical Training Scholarship (SCTS) provides an outstanding opportunity to study for a postgraduate qualification, and is available to start on 1 July 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter. You will be trained in all aspects of veterinary diagnostic imaging, including radiology, ultrasonography, magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography. The training programme is approved by the European College of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging.

The Scholarship is for one year in the first instance, renewable for periods of one year up to a total of three years. It is subject to an initial monitoring period of six months and review on an annual basis.

You will be required to register with the ECVDI for the Diploma in Diagnostic Imaging. The training programme requires participation in the Department's clinical service, including the out-of-hours rota and first opinion clinic, in addition to small-group teaching of veterinary students. You will also be expected to participate in research projects as part of your training.

You must be a Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, or hold a veterinary degree qualifying you for membership. Completion of a recognised internship or a minimum of two years' experience in small animal practice is essential.

We welcome candidates wishing to apply for the scholarship to come and visit the hospital and to meet the team. Please contact Marie-Aude Genain, Principal Clinical Radiologist, on mag72@cam.ac.uk to arrange a convenient date.

A SCTS application form (SCTS1) and information pack can be downloaded from the following website: https://www.vet.cam.ac.uk/job

Applicants should supply a completed SCTS Application Form (SCTS1), Curriculum Vitae and Covering Letter giving reasons for wishing to undertake the SCTS in the Department of Veterinary Medicine, University of Cambridge.

Applications should be submitted via e-mail to vetmed@vet.cam.ac.uk with the above documents as one attachment, by the closing date stated.

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 17 April 2024

Interviews will be held on the week commencing 22 April 2024.

Please quote reference PP41012 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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Research Associate in Developmental Genetics (Fixed Term)

Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join the group of Dr Erik Clark at the Department of Genetics in central Cambridge.

We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic individual to join a small interdisciplinary team investigating the robust patterning of the early Drosophila embryo. Duties will include developing and applying cutting-edge imaging approaches, Drosophila genetics, and general lab management.

The primary focus of the role is to lead imaging experiments in the lab, using techniques such as smFISH, HCR, immunofluorescence, MS2, and llamatags and acquiring data on fluorescence confocal miscroscopes. Significant imaging experience is therefore essential with multiplexed and single molecule imaging experience preferred. Quantitative image analysis experience would also be beneficial.

The successful applicant will be conducting this research using early Drosophila embryos, therefore a thorough understanding of early Drosophila development and proficiency in Drosophila genetics and Drosophila husbandry is essential. A track record of research into gene regulation in the Drosophila blastoderm is particularly desirable with previous experience of non-Drosophila arthropods also very welcome.

Suitable applicants should hold a PhD in a relevant scientific discipline and be able to demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of general lab management principles. They should have experience of supervising junior lab members and students and be confident at delivering training in wet-lab techniques.

Strong communication skills and the ability to discuss research with different audiences is essential. This includes presenting at conferences, contributing to publications, supporting teaching activities and helping to lead group discussions.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 4 years in the first instance.

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Informal enquiries about the role are welcome and should be directed to Dr Erik Clark (ec491@cam.ac.uk).

The role is available for an immediate start and we will be looking to interview shortly after the closing date.

Please quote reference PC41022 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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Research Assistant / Associate (Fixed Term)

We are seeking an enthusiastic and well-organised Research Assistant/Associate to join the group of Dr Valeria Lulla (https://www.path.cam.ac.uk/research/virology-division/lulla-group) at the Department of Pathology (Addenbrooke's campus). Our research is focused on investigating human intestinal pathogens that progress to infections of the central nervous system. We are a strong and diverse team of researchers spanning multiple scientific disciplines, including molecular virology, imaging, omics and organoid infection models.

This position, funded by the Wellcome Trust, offers an exciting opportunity to integrate organoid infection models and molecular virology methods with high-throughput imaging, sequencing and RNA/protein interactions methods, to obtain novel insights into intestinal virus biology.

Candidates should have a PhD, or expect to obtain one shortly, and have a strong track record in RNA/protein molecular biology. Where the successful applicant does not yet have a PhD, he/she will normally be appointed as a Research Assistant on the understanding that he/she will be appointed as a Research Associate upon successful completion of his/her PhD.

Relevant experience in RNA/protein molecular biology is essential. Knowledge of virology, biochemistry and handling biosafety level 2 material would be advantageous.

The successful candidate will use a wide range of techniques, including cloning and mutagenesis, construction of recombinant viruses and replicons, human intestinal organoid culture and infection assays, RNA/protein/organelle extraction and analysis, protein-protein and protein-RNA interaction assays, microscopy, high-throughput RNA-seq and ribosome profiling.

The duties/responsibilities of this post include developing and driving research objectives, preparing research results for presentation/publication, mentoring undergraduate and graduate students, delivering occasional seminars, acquiring new skills, keeping up with the scientific literature, using established procedures and developing new approaches, and maintaining accurate records of experiments and reagents.

Successful applicants will become an integral and valued member of a multidisciplinary group. The ability to work both independently and as part of a team, together with excellent communication and critical thinking skills are also essential. There are many professional development and training activities available via the university, and the successful applicant is encouraged to engage with such opportunities.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 12 months in the first instance.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

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Specific queries may be directed to Dr Valeria Lulla (vl284@cam.ac.uk)

Please quote reference PK41010 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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Teaching Office Assistant (Part Time, Fixed Term)

We are looking for an enthusiastic and positive individual to join the teaching team in the Department of Zoology as a Temporary Teaching Office Assistant. You will make an important contribution to the effective administration and delivery of undergraduate education in the Department.

The Department of Zoology is one of the largest research and teaching departments in the University, with a final-year undergraduate class of about 90. The Department teaches on 10 courses within the undergraduate Natural Sciences Tripos and currently trains approximately 90 graduate students.

The role will include various tasks associated with providing day-to-day delivery of all administrative processes and functions related to undergraduate and graduate teaching. You will organise the four residential undergraduate field courses, be a point of contact for student and academic staff queries within the Department and assist the Teaching Manager. You may also be required to provide additional support to the Postgraduate Administrator, particularly during the postgraduate admissions period. You will be a great team player with excellent communication, organisational and great time management skills. You should have an excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Previous experience in a responsible administrative role would be desirable.

What can we offer you:

  • Competitive rates of pay with automatic service-related pay progression and annual cost-of-living increases;
  • Generous annual leave allowance;
  • Generous maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave entitlements, and other family-friendly schemes (e.g., workplace nurseries);
  • An auto-enrolment pension scheme, with a generous employer contribution;
  • Travel benefits and retail discounts at over 2,000 local and national stores;
  • Schemes to support relocation/provision of accommodation.

If you have the skills, experience, and personality to succeed in this role, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Informal conversations are welcomed. Please email Francesca Anthony fa377@cam.ac.uk to learn more about this role.

For more details, please refer to the Further Information below.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for twelve months.

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

Flexible working requests will be considered.

We particularly welcome applications from candidates from a BME background for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented at this level in our University.

Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.

If you have any queries regarding the application process please contact Anastasia Nezhentseva.

Email: an286@cam.ac.uk Telephone: (0)1223 330117

Please quote reference PF40995 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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Research Assistant (Fixed Term)

We seek to recruit a highly enthusiastic and motivated full-time Research Assistant to work with Dr.Lay Ping Ong (https://www.cardiovascular.cam.ac.uk/staff/dr-lay-ping-ong) on a jointly funded MRC/Astra Zeneca project, hosted by Dr Catherine Wilson, Department of Pharmacology, University of Cambridge (https://www.phar.cam.ac.uk/research/Wilson). The goal is to develop novel therapeutics (e.g. stem cells-based, RNA therapeutics) to accelerate cardiac regeneration and treat heart failure.

After a heart attack, there is irreversible loss of cardiac tissue with ensuing heart failure. To recover the heart function, we aim to replace the lost cardiomyocytes via stem cells-based approaches using human embryonic stem cells (hESCs)-derived cardiomyocytes i.e. primary remuscularization. Invoking key developmental events, we improved cardiac function by co-delivery of a key stromal cell type, hESCs-derived epicardium. However, significant barriers to integration with the failing host heart remain. The Wilson lab pioneered the use of a novel RNA therapeutic - modRNA (Myc and Cyclin T1) to coax cardiomyocyte proliferation and recover cardiac function in the infarcted adult mouse heart. The MRC/Astra Zeneca project aims to identify the key barriers to cardiomyocyte integration in ischaemic heart failure and develop novel therapeutics (e.g. stem cells-based, RNA therapeutics) to accelerate cardiac regeneration. The novel therapeutics will be tested using in vitro engineered heart tissues. We now seek a research technician to assist these studies.

The Research Assistant position will provide scientific and research support to Dr.Ong within the Wilson Lab. You will support experimental work across the lab and can develop your skills in several areas including stem cell culture, molecular biology, bioengineering, histology, microscopy, transcriptomics, and laboratory management.

As the work is highly collaborative in nature (Professor Sanjay Sinha at Cambridge Stem Cell Institute, Professor Charles E Murry at University of Washington, USA, and Astra Zeneca), there will opportunities to visit other research sites for knowledge exchange.

The successful candidate should have at least a BSc in the biological, bioengineering, or biomedical sciences and must have some experience of stem cell research. Experience of molecular biology and bioengineering, and MSc in Biological Sciences are desirable. Candidates are expected to be excellent communicators, collaborative, attention to detail, be organised and able to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.

This appointment is subject to a security check. Whether an outcome is satisfactory will be determined by the University.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 12 months in the first instance.

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Informal enquiries about the project and the role can be made to Dr Lay Ping Ong (lpo20@cam.ac.uk). Queries regarding the recruitment process itself should be directed to the HR team (hr@phar.cam.ac.uk).

All applicants must apply directly via the web recruitment portal; no agency applicants will be accepted.

Please quote reference PL40959 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

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Research Associate - Computational Biologist/Bioinformatician (Fixed Term)

The Patil lab at the MRC Toxicology Unit is looking to appoint a postdoctoral researcher to join their team. We are a diverse team spanning multiple scientific disciplines, including microbiology, metabolomics, and bioinformatics. We are looking for a computational biologist / bioinformatician to work on metabolism-centred modelling of microbial evolution and interactions. We are particularly interested in candidates enthusiastic for developing new tools for model-guided yeast engineering.

The MRC Toxicology Unit offers excellent research infrastructure and support for personal development. Candidates will be encouraged to bring their own ideas to the project and learn new skills in, for example, metabolomics.

Candidates should have a PhD in a relevant discipline such as bioinformatics or metabolic engineering and have a strong research background in microbiome or metabolic modelling. A good publication record in peer-reviewed journals is required.

Further information on the Toxicology Unit can be found at (https://www.mrc-tox.cam.ac.uk)

Informal enquiries are invited and can be directed to Kiran R. Patil (kp533@mrc-tox.cam.ac.uk).

Relevant publications:

Jouhten P., Konstantinidis D., Pereira F., Andrejev S., Grkovska K., Castillo S., Ghiachi P., Beltran G., Almaas E., Mas A., Warringer J., Gonzalez R., Morales P., Patil, K. R.. Predictive evolution of metabolic phenotypes using model-designed environments. Mol Syst Biol 18:e10980 (2022)

Konstantinidis, D., F. Pereira, E. M. Geissen, K. Grkovska, E. Kafkia, P. Jouhten, Y. Kim, S. Devendran, M. Zimmermann and K. R. Patil. Adaptive laboratory evolution of microbial co-cultures for improved metabolite secretion. Mol Syst Biol 17(8): e10189. (2021)

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 18 months in the first instance.

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If you have any queries regarding the application process, please contact hradmin@mrc-tox.cam.ac.uk

Further information can be found on our website: https://www.mrc-tox.cam.ac.uk

Please quote reference PU40946 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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Secretary/PA (Secretariat)

The Department of Biochemistry, a large and flourishing academic community that enjoys a world-class reputation for both teaching and research, is embedded in the School of the Biological Sciences. A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and efficient individual to join the Department as a Secretary/PA - a key member of the Department's Secretariat team.

Based in a busy and friendly professional services team, and reporting to the PA to the Head of Department, the successful candidate will join a dynamic and dedicated team of reception, clerical and general administrative support specialists who work as a team to underpin the Department's performance and reputation as a modern, progressive academic teaching and research institution.

The successful candidate will provide a full secretarial/ PA service to departmental academics and/or senior management in order to support the smooth and efficient operation of the Department's work and time. They will contribute to the committee work of the Department and be central to the smooth running of operations and governance by providing an efficient, friendly and 'can-do' secretarial service. Due to the nature of the role, the position is office-based, Monday to Friday.

Educated to at least A-level or equivalent, the ideal candidate will be experienced in administrative office work and have a clear understanding of Secretarial/PA responsibilities, along with a strong sense of team playing and working flexibly across a varied workload.

To apply for this position, please click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.

The closing date for this position is Sunday 21st April with interviews likely to be held on Wednesday 15th May.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 20 months in the first instance.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

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For an informal discussion please contact the Departmental Administrator & General Manager, Dr Katherine Wallington (email: da@bioc.cam.ac.uk).

For further assistance, please contact the Biochemistry HR team via email: personnel@bioc.cam.ac.uk

Please quote reference PH40930 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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Domestic Assistant (Part Time, Fixed Term)

People are at the heart of everything we do at Pathology, so why not join our Central Services Domestic team as a Domestic Assistant (Part Time, Fixed Term). We can offer a welcoming work environment where you can feel valued, encouraged to develop, and supported to achieve your full potential.

You will support the Domestic Team in undertaking cleaning and portering services at the Downing Site of the Department of Pathology which will include cleaning laboratories, the library, toilets, the canteen and common room/areas to maintain the appearance of the Department to a high standard. Ideally you will have some relevant experience of laboratory or office cleaning, although an aptitude for this type of work is more important as full training will be provided. Good communication skills with the ability to follow written and verbal instructions, particularly regarding the safe use of chemicals, the ability to prioritise your workload with the minimum of supervision and to work both independently and as part of a team are essential.

What we Offer

Our Professional Services staff play a fundamental role in the School's academic vision of the pursuit of education and research at the highest levels of excellence. The University of Cambridge offers excellent benefits, extensive opportunities in a stimulating environment.

*The University salary structure includes automatic service-related pay progression in many of its grades and an annual cost of living increase. In addition to this, employees are rewarded for outstanding contribution through a number of regular pay progression schemes. Staff also benefit from a generous annual leave entitlement.

*The University offers employees a wide range of competitive benefits, from health care cash plans to childcare, a cycle to work scheme, to shopping and insurance discounts.

*University-led initiatives in the areas of equality, diversity and wellbeing include staff and students networks. These include the Women's Staff Network, the Disabled Staff Network, the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Staff Network, Parents and Carers and the LGBT+ Network. We also hold a wide range of Equality and Diversity events on a regular basis.

*Wellbeing at Cambridge is a University-wide initiative aiming at supporting and maximising the health and wellbeing of staff. It encompasses a network of Wellbeing Advocates, who provide guidance and general signposting about wellbeing issues, including mental or physical health and Dignity @ Work concerns.

*The University offer a range of family-friendly policies, including maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. In addition, workplace nurseries, childcare vouchers, a childcare salary sacrifice scheme and a high-quality holiday play scheme are available to help support University employees with caring responsibilities

Fixed Term: This position is available for 12 months.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

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Contact Caius Liu for an informal chat on cl870@cam.ac.uk and check out our website: https://www.path.cam.ac.uk/

Please quote reference PK40696 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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First Opinion Veterinary Nurse

Are you looking for a new challenge?

Are you keen to expand and develop your nursing skills in a fast-paced and dynamic environment?

Do you want to work in a multidisciplinary referral hospital with an outstanding team and the latest equipment?

If yes, then we want to hear from you!

As part of our expanding first opinion team you will be based in our teaching hospital helping to manage first opinion cases. You will also work at our offsite RSPCA clinic which delivers charity medicine teaching to clinical veterinary students across all years.

The role is offered with a salary of between £25,742-£29,605 per annum depending on experience, plus on call allowance and an abundance of benefits such as:

  • 36.5 hour working week
  • Enhanced annual leave allowance of 36 days including bank holidays
  • A one-off recruitment incentive payment of £2000.00 may be offered where eligibility criteria is met.
  • Enhanced pension scheme
  • Access to CAMbens employee discounts
  • Cycle to work scheme and travel to work loan scheme
  • Family friendly benefits and enhanced leave
  • Health and Wellbeing benefits such as discounted membership to the University's Sport Centre
  • Training and Development and Career Development

The Queens Veterinary School Hospital (QVSH) is a teaching and a referral hospital whose aims are to provide a comprehensive and demonstrably excellent clinical service across a range of species and disciplines for clients, undergraduate and postgraduate students and the veterinary profession in general. We have an exciting opportunity for a Veterinary Nurse to join our First Opinion team at QVSH.

The role of First Opinion Nurse at the QVSH is varied, with tasks including general nursing, client communication, registering animals and booking appointments. It will involve supporting and liaising with Vets, Nurses, Students, and support staff in both the small animal wards and theatre.

The First Opinion Nurse will provide an efficient, co-ordination and collaborative nursing service to an excellent standard for the QVSH, managing an increased case load and research activities, to meet the needs of the service. They will work as part of the First Opinion team to provide supervision and case co-ordination of first opinion cases, medical nursing and administration duties linked to each case, perform nursing duties within the appropriate discipline and be expected to participate in occasional on call and weekend duties on a rota basis.

Triage and appropriate referral of cases from the RSPCA clinic will be required, as well as tasks such as dispensing medications, registering animals and booking appointments. General practice duties including locking and unlocking the practice, stock management, tidying and cashing up at the end of the day will also be carried out by this role.

There will be aspects of management of accurate pricing, invoicing and case finances with liaison internally and with several charities and 3rd parties.

This is a varied role where no two days are the same, so we are seeking individuals with a passion for nursing, with the ability to communicate with all levels of staff, students and clients. The ability to work on your own initiative with minimal supervision is essential.

If you are interested in having a new challenge, we would welcome you to visit the hospital and meet this dedicated and passionate team to learn more.

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Informal enquiries about this role, please contact the Clinical HR Team, by email: qvsh.hr@vet.cam.ac.uk

Further particulars for the role and information about the Department are available here: www.vet.cam.ac.uk

The closing date for applications is: Sunday 24th March 2024

Please note that applicants will be reviewed on a regular basis and may be invited to visit and/or interview prior to the closing date. We reserve the right to close the position early if all available positions are filled.

Please quote reference PP40910 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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Finance Assistant

Applications are invited for a Finance Assistant to work in the joint administration team supporting the Department of Haematology and the Cambridge Stem Cell Institute (CSCI). The Department of Haematology is one of 11 departments and 7 Institutes within the School of Clinical Medicine (SCM) http://www.haem.cam.ac.uk/. The Institute is a world-leading centre for stem cell research with a mission to transform human health through a deep understanding of stem and progenitor cell biology (http://www.stemcells.cam.ac.uk).

This role is based in the Jeffrey Cheah Biomedical Centre located on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus.

The Finance Assistant under the supervision of the Finance Coordinator will provide Finance Service to all Department of Haematology and Institute staff. We are looking for someone who has the ability to communicate at all levels and who can maintain a high level of accuracy whilst working to deadlines. The ability to work within a small team is essential.

A suitable candidate will be educated to A level standard /NVQ level 3 or an equivalent level of practical experience. They should have finance experience, ideally in a university setting. Candidates should be an experienced user of Microsoft Office and have a working knowledge of financial management software/systems. They should be flexible, with the ability to communicate at all levels and be well-organised so as to manage conflicting deadlines.

Though this is envisioned as a full-time role with the possibility of hybrid working, we will consider requests for arrangements such as part-time work, flexible hours or job shares.

If you feel you have the qualities that we are looking for and would like to work in this friendly team, we look forward to receiving your application.

Informal enquiries about the post are also welcome via email David Hughes, Finance Coordinator on dch43@cam.ac.uk.

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Please ensure that you outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role on the online Application form.

Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.

The closing date for applications is: 1st April 2024

The interview date for the role is: 15th April 2024

Please quote reference PS40914 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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Research Assistant/Research Associate x 2 (Fixed Term)

Applications are invited for two BBSRC-funded postdoctoral vacancy in molecular biology to join a multi-disciplinary team based at the Department of Pathology in Central Cambridge. The successful candidate will study RNA-structure dependent translational regulation in response to environmental changes.

Candidates should have a PhD, or expect to obtain one shortly, and have a strong track record in RNA-based molecular biology and/ research. Where the successful applicant does not yet have a PhD, he/she will normally be appointed as a Research Assistant on the understanding that he/she will be appointed as a Research Associate upon successful completion of his/her PhD.

Relevant experience in RNA molecular biology is essential. Knowledge of biochemistry, bioinformatics and handling biosafety level 2 material would be advantageous. The successful candidate will use a range of next-generation sequencing techniques including ribosome profiling as well as molecular biology techniques such as in vitro transcription/translation, recombinant protein expression and protein-protein or protein-RNA interaction assays.

Other possible duties include developing research objectives and proposals for own or joint research; conduct individual and collaborative research projects; write up research work for presentation and publication; assist in the preparation of proposals and applications to external bodies; plan the use of research resources, laboratories and workshops as appropriate; may be required to assist in the supervision of student projects, provide instructions to students and deliver seminars relating to own research area.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 12 months in the first instance.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

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Informal enquiries may be directed to Dr Betty Chung (bcy23@cam.ac.uk)

Please quote reference PK40841 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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