Non-Clinical Intermediate Transition Fellow

Job title:

Non-Clinical Intermediate Transition Fellow

Company

University of Cambridge

Job description

Cambridge BHF Centre of Cardiovascular Research Excellence Non-Clinical Intermediate-Level FellowshipsThe University of Cambridge has identified cardiovascular disease as a major research priority, and this has been endorsed by the recent award of a British Heart Foundation Research Excellence Award of £5 million (2024-2019).The Cambridge BHF Centre of Research Excellence brings together a wide range of cardiovascular research groups across the University of Cambridge and affiliated institutions. More information about the Centre’s aims and main research themes can be found here: .We are now inviting applications for non-clinical intermediate-level transition fellowships. These fellowships are available for outstanding postdoctoral researchers in basic biomedical science or disciplines outside traditional biological science working at the interfaces of disciplines ¿ particularly where adoption of techniques outside cardiovascular science can accelerate basic and translational research.The award will include full salary and £22K per year towards other costs. Individuals will be supported to apply for additional funding and become competitive for external Senior Research Fellowships by the end of their fellowship. Technical support may also be available if justified in the application.Successful applicants will have an outstanding record of research and its communication in a relevant subject. The post holders will need to be able to work independently as well as in active collaboration with multi-disciplinary partners.Fixed-term: The funds for these fellowships will be available for up to two years from the commencement of the post.Informal enquiries about these posts can be directed to the Centre Manager, Dr Jane Sugars ( ).To apply online, please upload a covering letter, CV, list of publications, as well as current and future research plans (one side of A4 only). The covering letter should outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role. Before applying, candidates should also seek the approval of one of the Centre co-applicants and may also wish to upload a letter of support from them. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application. Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which should be your most recent line manager.Please note that appointments to Senior Research Associate is subject to approval by the Faculty Board of Clinical Medicine where applicable.Interviews will be held on Thursday 24th October 2024.Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 2 years in the first instance.Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check, a health assessment, a security check and a standard Disclosure and Barring Service check. This appointment also requires a Research Passport application.Click the ‘Apply’ button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.Please ensure that you outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role on the online application form.Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.Please quote reference RC43309 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.Further information

Expected salary

£45585 – 57696 per year

Location

Cambridge

Job date

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 05:02:27 GMT

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