"Research Associate in the Development of Bioactive Peptides"

This 3 year post provides an exciting opportunity to join a multidisciplinary team focused on the discovery and characterization of new bioactive peptides. The University of Manchester and No7 Beauty Company, a member of the Boots Group are engaged in a multi-million pound collaborative research programme aimed at understanding the complex mechanisms which underlie both skin ageing and the maintenance of skin health.

As part of this research programme, we are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate. Working with a supervisory team of experts in skin ageing, extracellular matrix biology, cell signaling and proteomics the successful applicant will develop screening and characterisation pipelines to identify new extracellular matrix-derived peptides (matrikines) with potential therapeutic activity and to understand the fundamental role(s) played by these peptides in mediating cell behavior.

The role, which is based in the Division of Cell Matrix Biology and Regenerative Medicine and led by Prof. Michael Sherratt, provides an exciting opportunity to engage in fundamental and translational research.

What you will get in return:

• 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

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.