Research Assistant
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Location
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Posted At
7/22/2025
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Description
Job Description
Grade UE06: £34,132 to £39,355 per annum.
CMVM / Edinburgh Medical School
Full-time: 35 hours per week
Fixed-term: 12 months
A Research Assistant is sought for an initial 12-months post in the laboratory of Dr Rebekah Tillotson, to support work investigating rare genetic disorders associated with chromatin-associated proteins.
The candidate will be detail-oriented, motivated to learn and master new techniques, and effective in managing their own time and workload in order to meet project deadlines.
The Opportunity
This is an opportunity to join a team of scientists investigating a rare genetic disorder called ATR-X syndrome. You will be involved in projects to understand the biological processes that underlie this disorder and investigate treatment options. We will encourage the development of your research portfolio through involvement in all aspects of the life of the laboratory. You will work in a collaborative environment and benefit from excellent core facilities.
This post is full-time (35 hours per week). We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working.
Your Skills And Attributes For Success
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Application Information
Please ensure you include the following documents in your application:
The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.
Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages (opens new browser tab)
Key dates to note
The closing date for applications is 5th August 2025.
Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone.
Interviews will be held shortly after the closing date.
About Us
As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. Between now and 2030 we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.
About The Team
Formally established in 1726, Edinburgh Medical School is one of two schools at the College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine , the other being the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies.
Edinburgh Medical School is a large medical school by UK standards, spread across several campuses at the BioQuarter, Western General Hospital, the University central area and Royal Edinburgh Hospital. We deliver a first-class education in first-class facilities by dedicated people who are at the cutting edge.
We offer an excellent experience in an environment where research is cherished and prosecuted. We believe research is an important component of the life of every student, equipping them to effect real change in the world in whatever context they end up working.
The School Is Divided Into Three Deaneries
the Deanery of Clinical Sciences, which is largely based on the BioQuarter site
the Deanery of Biomedical Sciences, which is mainly based around the George Square campus in the centre of Edinburgh
the Deanery of Molecular, Genetic and Population Health Sciences.
For more information visit https://www.ed.ac.uk/medicine-vet-medicine/edinburgh-medical-school/about
Grade UE06: £34,132 to £39,355 per annum.
CMVM / Edinburgh Medical School
Full-time: 35 hours per week
Fixed-term: 12 months
A Research Assistant is sought for an initial 12-months post in the laboratory of Dr Rebekah Tillotson, to support work investigating rare genetic disorders associated with chromatin-associated proteins.
The candidate will be detail-oriented, motivated to learn and master new techniques, and effective in managing their own time and workload in order to meet project deadlines.
The Opportunity
This is an opportunity to join a team of scientists investigating a rare genetic disorder called ATR-X syndrome. You will be involved in projects to understand the biological processes that underlie this disorder and investigate treatment options. We will encourage the development of your research portfolio through involvement in all aspects of the life of the laboratory. You will work in a collaborative environment and benefit from excellent core facilities.
This post is full-time (35 hours per week). We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working.
Your Skills And Attributes For Success
- BSc/MSc in Molecular Genetics, Cell Biology or a closely related subject
- Laboratory experience in at least some of: cell culture, cloning, DNA and RNA extraction, PCR, sequencing, RT-PCR, qPCR, western blotting
- Ability to apply relevant knowledge, skills and techniques in research
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Excellent knowledge of scientific English for speaking, reading, and writing
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Application Information
Please ensure you include the following documents in your application:
- CV
- Cover letter
- A competitive salary
- An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
- To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
- Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, competitive pension schemes, staff discounts, and family-friendly initiatives. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits
The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.
Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages (opens new browser tab)
Key dates to note
The closing date for applications is 5th August 2025.
Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone.
Interviews will be held shortly after the closing date.
About Us
As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. Between now and 2030 we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.
About The Team
Formally established in 1726, Edinburgh Medical School is one of two schools at the College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine , the other being the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies.
Edinburgh Medical School is a large medical school by UK standards, spread across several campuses at the BioQuarter, Western General Hospital, the University central area and Royal Edinburgh Hospital. We deliver a first-class education in first-class facilities by dedicated people who are at the cutting edge.
We offer an excellent experience in an environment where research is cherished and prosecuted. We believe research is an important component of the life of every student, equipping them to effect real change in the world in whatever context they end up working.
The School Is Divided Into Three Deaneries
the Deanery of Clinical Sciences, which is largely based on the BioQuarter site
the Deanery of Biomedical Sciences, which is mainly based around the George Square campus in the centre of Edinburgh
the Deanery of Molecular, Genetic and Population Health Sciences.
For more information visit https://www.ed.ac.uk/medicine-vet-medicine/edinburgh-medical-school/about
Advertise with us by contacting: [email protected]
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