Research Associate - Investigating the condition of Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia (CPVT)
The University of Manchester, City Centre, Manchester
Research Associate - Investigating the condition of Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia (CPVT)
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The University of Manchester, City Centre, Manchester
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 2 weeks ago, 28 Apr | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 2cf7a6bfb867445ca57c25376c08c253
Full Job Description
The Division of Cardiovascular Sciences within the Faculty of biology medicine and health University of Manchester wish to appoint a laboratory-based Research Associate to an exciting project exploring novel treatment for Catecholaminergic polymorphic ventricular tachycardia (CPVT) and factors that determine the clinical penetrance of CPVT. During this position, the post-holder will undertake a range of activities including:
- In vivo studies mouse models of CPVT
- In vitro studies on tissue slices and single cells isolated from hearts expressing mutations that cause CPVT
- In vitro studies on cardiomyocytes differentiated from stem cells derived from patients with CPVT
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 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: Dr Luigi Venetucci Email: General enquiries: Email: Technical support: 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.
