Research Associate in Genome Stability and Proton Radiation

• Investigate the effects of proton and photon radiation on tissues from individuals with inherited chromosomal instability and telomere spectrum disorders
• Gain hands-on experience with advanced proton radiation and DNA damage response facilities
• Perform tissue culture, wet-lab techniques and sophisticated data analysis
• Contribute to the development of innovative experimental approaches using patient-derived tissues
• Study tumour cell responses in models with varying genomic instability
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team
• Present findings at conferences
• Contribute to high-impact publications

• PhD in a relevant discipline (or close to obtaining)
• Experience in cell biology or genome stability research
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Experience in radiation biology or DNA damage and repair

• 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