Research Associate in Cancer Biology

We are recruiting an ambitious, self-motivated and experimentally talented Research Associate to join us in understanding the cancer cell plasticity in the context of breast cancer. The specific aims of the project are to understand how plasticity arises, how often cells switch states, what are the implications for the emergence of therapy resistant/quiescent cells and how we can control it.

The post is funded by Cancer Research UK and is available fixed term until 30th April 2026. Candidates must already hold a PhD (or equivalent) or expect to shortly in a biological discipline including cancer biology.

The School/Department is strongly committed to promoting equality and diversity, including the Athena SWAN charter for gender equality in higher education. The School/Department holds a Silver Award which recognises their good practice in relation to gender; including flexible working arrangements, family-friendly policies, and support to allow staff achieve a good work-life balance. We particularly welcome applications from women for this post. All appointment will be made on merit. For further information, please visit: https://www.bmh.manchester.ac.uk/about/equality/

Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here

Blended working arrangements may be considered

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Nancy Papalopulu

Email: nancy.papalopulu@manchester.ac.uk

General enquiries:

Email: People.Recruitment@manchester.ac.uk

Technical support:

https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home

This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria