Research Associate Role at The University of Sheffield UK
The University of Sheffield is inviting applications for a prestigious research job as a Research Associate in Developmental Biology. This full-time, fixed-term academic role offers the opportunity to work on a BBSRC-funded project focused on skeletal patterning in chick limb development, within one of the UK’s leading biosciences research environments.
Job Details:
- Job Title: Research Associate in Developmental Biology
- Job ID: 2152
- Department: School of Biosciences
- Institution: The University of Sheffield
- Work Type: Full Time (On-site)
- Contract Type: Fixed-term
- Duration: 1 April 2026 – 31 March 2029
- Salary: £39,906 – £43,482 per annum
- Closing Date: 25 February 2026
About The University of Sheffield:
The University of Sheffield is a world-renowned research university known for excellence in teaching, innovation, and global impact. With a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and collaboration, the university provides a supportive environment where cutting-edge research drives real-world change. The School of Biosciences hosts one of the UK’s strongest developmental biology research clusters. Explore more research job offers.
Educational Requirements:
- PhD (completed or near completion) in developmental biology or a closely related field
- Equivalent postdoctoral-level research experience may be considered
- Strong academic background in embryology and developmental biology
Key Responsibilities of Research Associate Role:
- Conduct experiments on developing chick limbs to study skeletal patterning
- Perform experiments using an ex vivo chick wing tissue explant system
- Carry out RNA and ATAC sequencing experiments and data analysis
- Accurately analyse, record, and manage experimental data
- Prepare research plans, publications, and conference presentations
- Contribute to manuscripts, reports, and grant applications
- Mentor PhD students and support technical staff
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and ethical regulations
- Maintain professional development in developmental biology techniques
Skills Required for Research Associate Role:
- Practical experience in embryological techniques
- Strong theoretical knowledge of developmental biology
- Experience with confocal and/or light-sheet microscopy (desirable)
- Knowledge of HCR in situ hybridisation and immunostaining (desirable)
- Experience in RNA-seq, ATAC-seq, and bioinformatics (desirable)
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
- Strong data management and problem-solving abilities
Benefits of the Research Associate Role:
- Competitive salary with annual increments
- Minimum of 41 days annual leave including bank holidays
- Generous pension scheme
- Flexible working opportunities
- Access to advanced imaging and embryology facilities
- Career development, mentoring, and training programmes
- Inclusive staff networks and wellbeing support
- Retail, travel, and lifestyle discounts
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