Research Associate in Bioengineering
Imperial College London
Job summary
A Research Associate position has become available in the Department of Bioengineering at Imperial College London within the Human Robotics group of Dr Vermot and Pantazis. The post holder will contribute to projects in cell biology and mechanics, carrying out research at the interface of these fields. Some of the group’s current projects are described at: bro and https://www.pantazis-lab.org The project title for the research to be...
Job listing information
- Reference ENG02822
- Date posted 9 October 2023
- Closing date 6 November 2023
Key information about the role
- Location South Kensington Campus - Hybrid
- Position type Full time, fixed term
- Salary £45,593 – £53,630 plus benefits
- Department Department of Bioengineering
- Category Researcher / Non Clinical Researcher
Job description
Job summary
A Research Associate position has become available in the Department of Bioengineering at Imperial College London within the Human Robotics group of Dr Vermot and Pantazis.
The post holder will contribute to projects in cell biology and mechanics, carrying out research at the interface of these fields. Some of the group’s current projects are described at: bro and https://www.pantazis-lab.org
The project title for the research to be undertaken is ‘Mechanical control of cell identity and shape changes during zebrafish heart valve formation’ and is supported by the Additional Ventures research funds.
Duties and responsibilities
The person appointed will carry out research with the Biomechanics and Signaling in the Department of Bioengineering at Imperial College London. The role will require experience in cell biology, high precision imaging, and heart morphogenesis in zebrafish. Deep knowledge of live imaging, as well as practical experience with zebrafish genetics in laboratory and the consideration of biophysics methods are desired. We will provide user’s additional degrees of freedom, and project-related research and development work, grant applications and group organisation. Some of the group’s current projects are described at: https://www.vermotlab.com
Essential requirements
For this project we are seeking a highly motivated individual, with a PhD (or equivalent) in a topic related to our research and previous research experience in cilia biology, high precision imaging, and heart morphogenesis in zebrafish. Deep knowledge of live imaging, as well as practical experience with zebrafish genetics in laboratory and the consideration of biophysics methods are desired.
Further information
The position is full-time, fixed-term position for 2 years.
Candidates who have not yet been officially awarded their PhD will be appointed as Research Assistant within the salary range £40,694 - £43,888 per annum.
For more information about the post, informal enquires can be made directly to Dr. Julien Vermot (jvermot@imperial.ac.uk).
Our preferred method of application is via our website. Please click “APPLY NOW” to go through to the online application form.
Should you have any queries regarding the application process please contact: Yusra Vallimohamed y.vallimohamed@imperial.ac.uk
The Department of Bioengineering leads the bioengineering agenda both nationally and internationally, with its staff coming from diverse academic disciplines, including all main branches of engineering, physical sciences, life sciences and medicine, to create a rich collaborative environment. More information about staff benefits, including generous annual leave entitlements and excellent professional development opportunities, can be found here: l.ac.uk/job-applicants/staff-benefits/">http://www.imperial.ac.uk/job-applicants/staff-benefits/