Research Fellow - non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
- Employer
- Global Academy Jobs
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Closing date
- May 22, 2018
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- Sector
- Business and Finance, Science, Computer Science and IT, Life Sciences, Cell and Molecular Biology
- Hours
- Full Time
- Organization Type
- University and College
- Jobseeker Type
- Academic (e.g. 'Lecturer')
Job Details
- First degree in area of specialism and normally, a higher degree relevant to research area or equivalent qualifications
- High level analytical capability
- Ability to communicate complex information clearly
- Fluency in relevant models, techniques or methods and ability to contribute to developing new ones
- Ability to assess resource requirements and use resources effectively
- Understanding of and ability to contribute to broader management/administration processes
The post is based in the Centre for Liver Research working with Prof Phil Newsome and Dr Chris Weston, in the College of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Birmingham. Funding is available for 12 months as part of a research programme focussing on non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.
The post holder will be involved in the research activities within the group aimed at elucidating the anti-inflammatory contribution of new agents in models of non-alcoholic fatty liver injury. The work will involve in vitro and in vivo experiments.
The post holder will contribute directly to the research output by carrying out experiments alone and in collaboration with other members of the group. The candidate should have PhD qualifications and practical experience with tissue processing, staining, and cell culture techniques. Experience of animal work is essential.
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