David Turton

Dr. David Turton is a University Teaching Associate (Lecturer equivalent) at the School of Biosciences, University of Sheffield. He holds an MBiomedSci and PhD from the same university, where his doctoral research focused on the S-phase specific function of RNA helicase Upf1. His career progression includes roles as Postdoctoral Research Associate (2014-2017), Teaching Technician (2017-2019), and current teaching-focused position since 2019.

His research expertise spans:

• Human cell biology and genomic stability mechanisms
• Telomere homeostasis and DNA repair pathways
• Molecular basis of cellular proliferation control

Dr. Turton specializes in laboratory skills training for MSc programs, preparing students for bioscience careers. His publications primarily investigate molecular therapeutics and cellular imaging probes, with consistent focus on nucleic acid interactions and metal-based compounds across biochemistry and medicinal chemistry disciplines.

Awards and recognitions:

• MRC Early Career Fellowship (2013)
• Fellow of the Higher Education Academy

As Course Director for the Human and Molecular Genetics MSc program, he oversees curriculum delivery and coordinates key modules including Laboratory Techniques in Molecular Bioscience, MSc Literature Review, and MSc Research Project. Additional roles include Director of Postgraduate Taught Recruitment and Employability Lead.