Overview

We are looking for a team player to join our lab to help us finish a project on understanding the fundamental molecular and cellular changes of the testis with ageing, which may underpin increased morbidity in the offspring of older fathers. The job would suit someone who would be willing to work part-time 2 days per week until September and full-time, 5 days a week, from September until end of April.

We use Zebrafish as a model, and we are looking for a candidate with a good fundamental knowledge of Reproductive Biology, Histopathology and Physiology and expertise in Immunohistochemistry, Immunofluorescence and microscopy imaging. We will favour someone with previous adult zebrafish histology experience.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Prepare adult zebrafish tissue sections.
• Carry out histopathology analysis.
• Carry out immunohistochemistry/ immunofluorescence on adult zebrafish tissue sections.
• Carry out microscopy imaging and basic analysis using ImageJ under guidance from Principal Investigator or Research Associate. 
• Carry out other duties as a team, commensurate with the grade and remit of the post.

Person Specification

Our diverse community of staff and students recognises the unique abilities, backgrounds, and beliefs of all. We foster a culture where everyone feels they belong and is respected. Even if your past experience doesn't match perfectly with this role's criteria, your contribution is valuable, and we encourage you to apply. Please ensure that you reference the application criteria in the application statement when you apply.

Further Information

Next steps in the recruitment process

It is anticipated that the selection process will take place on shortly after the advert closing date. We plan to let candidates know if they have progressed to the selection stage as soon as possible.  If you need any support, equipment or adjustments to enable you to participate in any element of the recruitment process, please contact c.m.henriques@sheffield.ac.uk.

Our vision and strategic plan

We are the University of Sheffield. This is our vision: sheffield.ac.uk/vision (opens in new window).

What we offer

• A minimum of 38 days annual leave including bank holiday and closure days (pro rata) with the ability to purchase more.
• Flexible working opportunities, including hybrid working for some roles.
• Generous pension scheme.
• A wide range of discounts and rewards on shopping, eating out and travel.
• A variety of staff networks, providing opportunities for social interaction, peer support and personal development (for example, Race Equality, LGBT+, Women’s and Parent’s networks).
• Recognition Awards to reward staff who go above and beyond in their role.
• A commitment to your development access to learning and mentoring schemes; integrated with our Academic Career Pathways / Technical Career Route
• A range of generous family-friendly policies
  • paid time off for parenting and caring emergencies
  • support for those going through the menopause
  • paid time off and support for fertility treatment
  • and more

More details can be found on our benefits page: sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits (opens in a new window).

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria for this job you will be invited to take part in the next stage of the selection process.