Post-Doctoral Research Assistant at The University of Edinburgh – (Jobs/Scholarships)

Fixed-term: for 36 months initially

The Opportunity:

We are equally excited to hear from those wishing to work in cholangiocarcinoma, pancreatic ductular adenocarcinoma or a combination of the two and who seek to dissect the fundamental processes of cell state transition and tumorigenesis. 

This post is full-time (35 hours per week); however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns. The position is funded by Cancer Research UK and will be for 36 months in the first instance.

The salary for this post is £41,064 to £48,822 per annum depending on experience.

Your skills and attributes for success: 

• Hold a PhD in biomedical sciences or similar with a demonstrable output. 
• Be an independent thinker with evidence you can develop and lead your own project.   
• Have excellent experimental and analytical skills.  
• Have demonstrated a clear ability to communicate your research through presentation and/or publication. 
• Evidence how you come together with other team members to enhance output and generate a culture of enthusiastic research. 

Apply Before: 31/03/2026, 23:59