Research Associate

Overview

The University of Manchester is offering a full-time Research Associate position within the School of Biological Sciences, specifically in the Division of Molecular and Cellular Function under the Department of Biology, Medicine and Health. Based at Oxford Road, the successful candidate will join the Kulathu laboratory to work on establishing, optimizing, and applying CRISPR-based genetic screening in human cells. The objective is to discover novel components of quality control pathways regulated by ubiquitin signalling, involving close collaboration with Dr. Richard Timms' laboratory for mechanistic follow-up studies. This appointment is a fixed-term contract lasting for 36 months.

Requirements

Applicants must hold, or be about to obtain, a relevant PhD or equivalent qualification, and must have at least one first-author publication or preprint posted on BioRxiv or MedRxiv. Essential knowledge for the role includes human cell genetics, CRISPR-based functional genomics, and genetic screen principles, accompanied by an interest in ubiquitin biology, cellular quality control, or stress responses. Candidates must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Previous experience in establishing, optimizing, and analyzing genetic screens is considered strongly desirable.

What you get

The position offers a salary ranging from 38448 to 46970 GBP per annum, depending on experience. Additional benefits include a generous employer contribution pension scheme, 29 days of annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure, as well as access to a ride to work scheme and an electric vehicle car scheme.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is 13/11/2026, with applications closing at midnight on that date.