Research Associate – Investigating Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia (CPVT)
The University of Manchester
The Division of Cardiovascular Sciences within the Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health at the University of Manchester wishes to appoint a laboratory-based Research Associate to an exciting project exploring novel treatments 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 using 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 here. Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.
Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.
Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:
Name: Dr. Luigi Venetucci
Email: [email protected]
General enquiries:
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This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.
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