Research Associate in Human Liver Disease Modelling at The University of Edinburgh

Fixed Term up to 36 months 

Number of posts: 1

The Opportunity:

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a multifactorial chronic inflammatory disease involving multiple liver cell types that affects nearly one third of people worldwide. NAFLD can progress to more severe forms of liver disease such as non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and fibrosis. However, there are currently no approved biomarkers or therapies. We are looking for a highly-motivated individual to to drive cutting-edge research in modelling inflammation-driven health-to-disease in the NAFLD-to-NASH transition phase. You will be involved in human liver disease modelling including development of a unique, dynamic human liver acinus-on-a-chip system to unravel relevant molecular pathways, targets and biomarkers. Expertise and interest in tissue engineering (2D-3D organotypic models) and applying novel analytical approaches is highly desirable.

Your skills and attributes for success:

• A PhD in Biological Sciences or related field and evidence of a strong interest in translational research and motivation to study inflammation and disease modelling
• Expertise in mammalian cell culture, tissue/biological engineering, cell and molecular biology and bioimaging techniques
• Excellent communication, organizational and analytical skills including data analysis
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly – orally and in writing.
• Flexibility and ability to work both independently and within an interdisciplinary environment