Research Assistant in Ocular Cell Biology Full-time

Research Assistant in Ocular Cell Biology

Applications are invited for the post of Research Assistant at UCL Institute of Ophthalmology. This Research Assistant post offers an exciting opportunity to play a key role in research into corneal disease in a highly successful and dynamic research group.

About the Role

The Research Assistant will work under the supervision of Dr Christina Zarouchlioti on identifying repeat-associated non-AUG (RAN) translated peptides in Fuchs Endothelial Dystrophy (FECD), a common corneal disease. Findings from this project are also anticipated to be relevant to other human diseases that are similarly caused by expansions of triplet repeats, such as myotonic dystrophy and Huntington's disease.

The position would suit an ambitious graduate with a background and interest in the mechanisms of repeat expansion biology, neurodegeneration, and human disease models. The successful candidate would ideally have experience with molecular biology techniques, immunohistochemistry, cell culture and/or microscopy.

Post duration: The post is funded by Moorfields Eye Charity and will be for 12 months in the first instance.

Salary: UCL Grade 6b (£39,148 – £41,833 per annum, including London Allowance)

About You

The successful applicant should have a minimum of a BSc or MSc in a relevant subject, laboratory experience, excellent communication skills and show a strong commitment to high quality research. (S)he will be interested in investigating molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying human disease.

What We Offer

Working with some of the greatest intellects in the world, UCL also offers a generous pension scheme and holiday allowance, plus closure and bank holidays as well as enhanced parental pay and more. Visit

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If you have any queries regarding the vacancy please contact Dr Christina Zarouchlioti or Prof Alice Davidson. If you have any queries regarding the application process please email: ioo.hr@ucl.ac.uk.

To apply for the vacancy please click on the 'Apply Now' button below.

Please ensure you attach your CV and highest academic qualification. In addition, please provide a personal statement outlining how you meet the criteria to support your application. Please DO NOT attach research papers.

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