Research Associate Musculoskeletal Cell Biology and Exercise Modelling
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Position Overview & Specifications
School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences
Full-time (37-hours per week); Fixed-term to 14 July 2024
This 3-year research project will model skeletal muscle biology within bioengineered tissues, inducing exercise via mechanical and electrical loading. The project will investigate how different exercise regimes alter the release of exercise-induced secretome (including extracellular vesicles), and how this secretome can induce cellular changes within peripheral tissue types (eg. bone).
Applicants should have at least a 2:1 honours degree (or equivalent) in sport and exercise science, human physiology, biochemistry or a related subject, and have successfully completed a PhD in cell biology, tissue engineering or a related subject area.
This full-time post is offered on a fixed-term contract to 14 July 2024.
Informal enquiries should be directed to Professor Mark Lewis, Professor of Musculoskeletal Bioengineering and Dean of School, via email to M.P.Lewis@lboro.ac.uk
Closing date for applications 30 March 2023
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Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
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Technical & Competency Interviews
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Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
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Onboarding & Corporate Integration
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Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
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