Job ID: 96938

Research Associate – CMT2A

Position: Post-doctoral Position

Deadline: 3 November 2022

Employment Start Date: 2 January 2023

Contract Length: 12 months

City: Sheffield

Country: United Kingdom

Institution: The University of Sheffield

Department: School of Biosciences

Description:

Applications are invited to join a dynamic research group led by Dr Ivana Barbaric to work on a
Muscular Dystrophy UK-funded project. In this exciting project, the focus will be on utilising our
stem cell-based model of Charcot Marie Tooth type 2A disease to search for therapeutic targets.
Applicants must have recently completed or hold a PhD in the areas of stem cell or neurobiology.

Experience with human pluripotent stem cells and motor neuron differentiation is desirable. You
must be self-motivated, well-organised, highly independent, and willing to work with other
members of the existing research team. Excellent communication, written and interpersonal skills
are also essential.

We’re one of the best not-for-profit organisations to work for in the UK. The University’s Total
Reward Package includes a competitive salary, a generous Pension Scheme and annual leave
entitlement, as well as access to a range of learning and development courses to support your
personal and professional development.

We build teams of people from different heritages and lifestyles from across the world, whose
talent and contributions complement each other to greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its
forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching and student experience.

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