Research Assistant / Associate (Cell Death)

Job title:

Research Assistant / Associate (Cell Death)

Company

University of Glasgow

Job description

Job PurposeWe have a fully funded Research Assistant/Associate position available in the laboratory of Dr Andrew Davidson as part of a recently awarded Lister Prize.You will contribute to projects on understanding how cell death contributes to tumourigenesis using Drosophila combined with live-imaging. As part of this project, the candidate will be working on:1: Labelling and live-imaging distinct types of tumour cell death within the Drosophila pupal wing.2: Confocal-based screening of different tumour models to identify divergent patterns of tumour cell death.3: Exploring the functional consequences of differential tumour cell death for tumourigenesis and response to therapy by combining Drosophila’s genetics with live-imaging.The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the formulation and submission of research publications and research proposals as well as help manage and direct this complex and challenging project as opportunities allow.Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesPerform the following activities in conjunction with and under the guidance of the Principal/Co Investigator:1. Plan and conduct assigned research individually or jointly in accordance with the project deliverables and project/group/School/College research strategy.2. Document research output including analysis and interpretation of all data, maintaining records and databases, drafting technical/progress reports and papers as appropriate.3. Develop and enhance your research profile and reputation and that of The University of Glasgow/School/Research Group, including contributing to publications of international quality in high profile/quality refereed journals, enhancing the research impact in terms of economic/societal benefit, and gathering indicators of esteem.4. Contribute to the presentation of work at international and national conferences, at internal and external seminars, colloquia and workshops to develop and enhance our research profile.5. Contribute to the identification of potential funding sources and to assist in the development of proposals to secure funding from internal and external bodies to support future research.6. Collaborate with colleagues and participate in team/group meetings/seminars/workshops across the research Group/School/College/University and wider community.7. Contribute to the organisation, supervision, mentoring and training of undergraduate and/or postgraduate students and less experienced members of the project team to ensure their effective development.8. Perform administrative tasks related to the activities of the research group and School, including Budgets/Expenditure.9. Carry out modest Teaching activities (e.g demonstrating etc) and associated admin as assigned by the Head of School and in consultation with Principal Investigator.10. Keep up to date with current knowledge and recent advances in the field/discipline.11. Engage in continuing professional development activities as appropriate.12. Undertake any other duties of equivalent standing as assigned by the Head of School/Director of Research Institute.13. Contribute to the enhancement of the University’s international profile in line with the University’s Strategic Plan, World Changers TogetherFor appointment at grade 7:14. Perform the above duties with a higher degree of independence, leadership and responsibility, particularly in relation to planning, funding, collaborating and publishing research, and mentoring colleagues.15 Establish and sustain a track record of independent and joint published research to establish and maintain your expert reputation in the subject area.16. Survey the research literature and environment, understand the research challenges associated with the project & subject area, & develop/implement a suitable research strategy.Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and ExperienceKnowledge / QualificationsEssential:A1 SCQF Level 10 (Honours degree) in a relevant subject or a cognate discipline, or equivalent.A2 Specialist theoretical and practical knowledge in at least two of the following:-Model organisms/genetics/developmental biology-Fluorescence-based microscopy-Cell death-The innate immune system-TumourigenesisA3 A comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of the wider subject area or subject specialismDesirable:B1 An awarded (or recently submitted or near completion) PhD in subject specialism or equivalentB2 Specialist theoretical and practical knowledge in three or more of the following:-Model organisms/genetics/developmental biology-Fluorescence-based microscopy-Cell death-The innate immune system-TumourigenesisFor appointment at grade 7:Essential:A4 Normally Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 12 (PhD) with at least 2 years’ post-doctoral experience in a similar or related role(s), or alternatively possess the equivalent in professional qualifications and experience.SkillsEssential:C1 Experience with model organisms and their genetics (particularly, but not exclusively, Drosophila) and/or live, timelapse, imaging.C2 Research creativity and cross-discipline collaborative ability as appropriate.C3 Excellent communication skills (oral and written), including public presentations and ability to communicate complex data/concepts clearly and concisely.C4 Excellent interpersonal skills including team working and a collegiate approach.C5 Appropriate workload/time/project/budget/people management skills.C6 Extensive IT and data analysis/interpretation skills as appropriate.C7 Self-motivation, initiative and independent thought/working.C8 Problem solving skills including a flexible and pragmatic approach.For appointment at grade 7:Essential :C9 A comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of current issues and future directions within the wider subject area or subject specialism.C10 Knowledge of project specific technical models, equipment or techniques.C11 Sufficient depth of relevant research experience, normally including sufficient postdoctoral experience in a related field, appropriate to an early career researcher.ExperienceEssential:E1 Sufficient relevant research experience (or equivalent) appropriate to an early career researcher.E2 Project or subject specific experience.E3 Experience of scientific writing.E4 Proven ability to deliver quality outputs in a timely and efficient manner.E5 Evidence of an emerging track record of publications in a relevant field.Desirable :F1 Experience in implementing genetic screens and follow-up functional assays.For appointment at grade 7:Essential :E6 A track record of presentation and publication of research results in quality journals/conferences.E7 Experience of making a leading contribution in academic activities.E8 Ability to demonstrate a degree of independence as illustrated by identification of project objectives from assessment of the literature, design & analysis of experiments & drafting of papers.E9 Experience in undertaking independent research.Desirable :F1 An emerging national or international reputation.Informal enquiries should be directed to Dr Andrew Davidson Andrew.Davidson@glasgow.ac.ukTerms and ConditionsSalary will be Grade 6/7, £33,232 – £36,924/£40,247 – £45,163 per annumThis post is full time, and has funding for up to 36 monthsThe University of Glasgow has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. If you require a Skilled Worker visa to work in the UK, you will be required to meet the eligibility requirements of the visa route to be assigned a Certificate of Sponsorship.Please note that this post may be eligible to be sponsored under the Skilled Worker visa route if tradeable points can be used under the Skilled Worker visa rules. For more information please visit: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.

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Glasgow

Job date

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 03:22:07 GMT

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