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Ansök senast: 2024-08-26
Research Assistant/ Research Associate (Computational Biologist) (Fixed Term)
Do you want your research to translate into the clinic?
Purpose of the role
The Early Cancer Institute at the University of Cambridge () is the UK's only institute dedicated to Early Cancer; a world-leading centre for research into the development, early detection and interception of cancer. The Fitzgerald Group have pioneered non-endoscopic tests for the early diagnosis of oesophageal cancer and a large multi-centre definitive screening trial BEST4 is starting recruitment in late 2024. The purpose of this role is to further refine diagnostic biomarkers to ensure scalability of capsule sponge screening tests and improve risk stratification.
Key responsibilities
To analyse shallow-depth whole-genome-sequencing data from capsule sponge samples
To identify features of the data that could act as biomarkers to diagnose disease progression
Actively participate in the Fitzgerald Group and more broadly in the Early Cancer Institute to promote a friendly, kind and inclusive research culture pursuing research excellence
Publish research work in appropriate journals and disseminate research findings by presenting at national and international conferences and using other appropriate media
Communicate complex and conceptual ideas to those with limited knowledge and understanding as well as to peers using high level skills and a range of media
Continually update and expand knowledge in early detection and engage in continuing professional development.
MPhil qualification - a post holder will be appointed to Research Assistant, Grade 5
PhD (or close to obtaining) qualification - a post holder will be appointed to Research Associate, Grade 7
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 12 months in the first instance.
Research Associate
Applicants must have (or be close to obtaining) a PhD.
Appointment at Research Associate level is dependent on having a PhD. Those who have submitted but not yet received their PhD will initially be appointed as a Research Assistant (Grade 5, Point 38 £32,982) moving to Research Associate (Grade 7) upon confirmation of your PhD award.
Research Assistant/Research Associate
Closing date: 11th July 2024
Date of interview: 26th July 2024
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
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