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Research Fellow, Leeds Institute of Cancer & Pathology

Employer
Global Academy Jobs
Location
United Kingdom
Closing date
Apr 21, 2017

Job Details

Do you want your research to have a direct impact on the identification of disease mechanisms and the development of new cancer treatments? Do you have a background in molecular and cellular biology? Do you want to further your career in one of the UK’s leading research intensive Universities?

You will pursue a project aimed at identifying the molecular mechanisms that lead to the pathogenesis of B cell-derived malignancies, including lymphomas and multiple myeloma. This project builds from our previous work that has identified the mechanisms of transcription factors that are often erroneously activated in B-cell tumours due to genetic mutations in the tumour-precursor cells.

The project will aim to understand the oncogenic function of these transcription factors in the pathogenesis of non-Hodgkin lymphoma and multiple myeloma, and to identify new molecular targets for the treatment of these tumours. This is the most critical step towards the realization of precision medicine in the treatment of these currently incurable malignancies. You will make use of a large spectrum of techniques, including in vitro assay systems (cell lines and primary lymphoid/tumour cells), flow cytometry, genomics approaches, and transgenic mouse models. 

You should have, or be about to obtain, a PhD a biological science or a closely allied discipline with a strong background in molecular and cellular biology. You will use your initiative to creatively identify areas for research and extend the research portfolio of the project and group. As you will work closely, interactively and collaboratively with project team so you will need excellent communication skills.

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Professor Ulf Klein, Professor of Immunology and Haemato-oncology
Tel: +44 (0)113 343 3621
Email: U.P.Klein@leeds.ac.uk

If you have any specific enquiries about your online application please contact:

Mrs Sharon Collins, Assistant Business Manager
Tel: +44 (0)113 206 6949; email: s.collins@leeds.ac.uk

 

Further Information

The University of Leeds is committed to providing equal opportunities for all and offers a range of family friendly policies. The University is a charter member of Athena SWAN and holds the Bronze award. The School of Medicine gained the Silver award in 2016.  We are committed to being an inclusive medical school that values all staff, and we are happy to consider job share applications and requests for flexible working arrangements from our employees.

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