Research Associate

Job Description

The Division of Cardiovascular Sciences within [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] wish to appoint a Research Associate to an exciting BHF-funded project exploring the mechanisms of heart failure related to metabolic stress. The position will be primarily based in the group of Dr. Min Zi, Prof. Xin Wang and Prof. Elizebeth Cartwright, which is a multidisciplinary group with an excellent publication record, employing complementary in vivo, cellular, and molecular approaches to elucidate the mechanisms underlying heart disease. During this position, the post-holder will lead the project with intellectual input, overseeing the entire workflow from experimental design through data analysis and interpretation, and manuscript writing for publication.

Qualifications and Experience

• Candidates must hold a PhD or equivalent in cardiovascular science, pharmacology, or a related field
• Strong expertise in molecular and cellular biology and/or cardiovascular physiology
• Solid publication record appropriate to career stage
• Desirable: background in cardiovascular sciences, experience with in vivo experiments (and a personal licence), skills in cellular electrophysiology

Benefits

• 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 welcome applicants from all sections of the community. Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Contact Information

Informal enquiries: Dr. Min Zi ([contact hidden]), Prof. Xin Wang ([contact hidden]), Prof. Elizebeth J. Cartwright ([contact hidden]).

General enquiries: [contact hidden]