Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Bioengineering to join an international team in the Department of Genetics in central Cambridge.
The project will explore the connection between metabolism, biomechanics and signalling during axis specification in vertebrate embryos. It will make use of a combination of zebrafish embryos and explants, as well as embryonic organoids derived from mouse embryonic stem cells. We are looking for a highly motivated and well-organised person, with a PhD in Developmental Biology.
Specific experience required:
- Use of zebrafish for developmental genetics studies.
- Mammalian cell and organoid culture.
- Essential molecular biology techniques of developmental genetics.
- Mechanobiology such as laser ablation and the use of synthetic hydrogels.
- Proficient in the application of both confocal and electron microscopy to study biological organization and multiple scales.
- Quantitative image processing and analysis, combining tools such as ImageJ, Napari, EpiTools, IMARIS, Ilastik.
- Skilled in the use of programming languages including R and Matlab.
- Experience in mathematical modelling, bioinformatic analysis and data base development.
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 2 years in the first instance.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. We particularly encourage women and candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds to apply for this vacancy.
To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click on the ‘Apply’ button above.
Informal enquiries are welcome and should be direct to Dr Ben Steventon bj***@ca*.uk
For further details on the Group’s research, please visit https://steventonlab.wordpress.com/
Please quote reference PC38382 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
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