Research Associate

Job title:

Research Associate

Company

Cardiff University

Job description

AdvertPlease note that this job is open only to current members of staff of Cardiff University who are eligible for redeployment.Research Associate x2
Division of Infection and Immunity
School of Medicine
College of Biomedical and Life SciencesThe School of Medicine in Cardiff University seeks to appoint two Research Associates within a newly established Translational Virology Unit that sits across the Division of Infection and Immunity, Division of Cancer and Genetics, and the Clinical Trials Unit, based at the Heath Park Site, Cardiff. Together with a research assistant position these posts will support research programs within the unit by acting as a core technology facility. Recruited individuals will focus on developing fundamental underpinning technologies including virus manipulation and growth, protein production for structural biochemistry, and advanced models of disease such as organoids.Candidates should have practical experience within at least one of these areas and will be expected to carry out research relating to the generation and establishment of these technologies, as well as supporting other research programs and researchers to use and exploit them scientifically. The successful individual will have evidence of working independently and as part of a team, and of successfully carrying out a research program to completion. They will have either completed their PhD already, or be close to submission.In the 2021 Research Excellence Framework, clinical medicine at Cardiff had 92% of its research activity ranked as being world-leading or internationally excellent.The post holder will engage with external academic, professional and Industrial partners to enhance the School’s reach and reputation, and will enhance the School’s creative and inclusive community, which is recognised for its impact on policy, practice and public life.For informal enquiries, please contact:
Professor Richard Stanton (Virology/Immunology) – [email protected]
Professor Alan Parker (Virology/Oncolytics) – [email protected].
Dr David Gillespie (Infection Trials) – [email protected]This post is full-time (35 hours per week) fixed term until 31st March 2030 and available from 1st April 2025.Salary: £40,247 – £45,163 per annum (Grade 6). Appointments to roles at Cardiff University are usually made at bottom of scale unless in exceptional circumstances.Cardiff University offers many excellent benefits, including 45 days annual leave (incl bank holidays), local pension scheme, a cycle to work scheme and other travel initiatives, annual increments within the pay scale, and more. It is an exciting and vibrant place to work, with many different challenges and is a proud Living Wage supporter.Closing date: Thursday, 16 January 2025Please be aware that Cardiff University reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.Cardiff University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We therefore welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age. In supporting our employees to achieve a balance between their work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.Cardiff University is a signatory to the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA), which means that in hiring and promotion decisions we will evaluate applicants on the quality of their research, not publication metrics or the identity of the journal in which the research is published. More information is available at: Responsible research assessment – Research – Cardiff UniversityApplications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.Job DescriptionMain functionTo conduct research within virology, immunology and advanced models of disease, and contribute to the overall research performance of the School and University, carrying out research leading to the publishing of work in high-quality journals. To pursue excellence in research and to inspire others to do the same.Main Duties and Responsibilities
Research

• To conduct research within the broad remit of a recently awarded virology unit, encompassing immunology, basic and applied virology, and advanced models of disease. To contribute to the overall research performance of the School and University by the production of measurable outputs including bidding for funding, publishing in national academic journals and conferences, and the recruitment and supervision of postgraduate research students.
• To develop research objectives and proposals for own or joint research including research funding proposals
• To attend and or present at conferences/seminars at a local and national level as required
• To undertake administrative tasks associated with the research project, including the planning and organisation of the project and the implementation of procedures required to ensure accurate and timely reporting
• To prepare research ethics and research governance applications as appropriate
• To review and synthesise existing research literature within the field
• To participate in School research activities.
• To build and create networks both internally and externally to the university, to influence decisions, explore future research requirements, and share research ideas for the benefit of research projects

Other

• To engage effectively with industrial, commercial and public sector organisations, professional institutions, other academic institutions etc., regionally and nationally to raise awareness of the School’s profile, to cultivate strategically valuable alliances, and to pursue opportunities for collaboration across a range of activities. These activities are expected to contribute to the School and the enhancement of its regional and national profile.
• To undergo personal and professional development that is appropriate to and which will enhance performance.
• To participate in School administration and activities to promote the School and its work to the wider University and the outside world
• Any other duties not included above, but consistent with the role.

Additional InformationIMPORTANT: Evidencing Criteria
It is the School of Medicine’s policy to use the person specification as a key tool for short-listing. Candidates should evidence that they meet ALL of the essential criteria as well as, where relevant, the desirable. As part of the application process you will be asked to provide this evidence via a supporting statement.Please ensure when submitting this document / attaching it to your application profile you name it with the vacancy reference number, in this instance for this post, 19602BRIf candidates do not provide written evidence of meeting all of the essential criteria then their application will not be progressed. The School of Medicine welcome the submission of CVs to accompany evidence of the job-based criteria.Person SpecificationEssential CriteriaQualifications and Education
1. Postgraduate degree at PhD level (or nearing completion / submission) in a related subject area or relevant industrial experienceKnowledge, Skills and Experience
2. An established expertise and proven portfolio of research and/or relevant industrial experience within the following research fields:
i. Basic or applied virology, including genetic manipulation of viral vectors, and their production, purification and characterisation, and/or
ii. The development and application of advanced ex vivo models of disease, particularly the development of organoid based models, and/or
iii. The design, production, purification and evaluation of recombinant proteins
3. Knowledge of current status of research in the area of virology, vaccinology and immunology.
4. Proven ability to publish high quality research in peer-reviewed journals and/or conferences.
5. Knowledge and understanding of competitive research funding to be able to develop applications to funding bodiesCommunication and Team Working
6. Proven ability in effective and persuasive communication
7. Ability to supervise the work of others to focus team efforts and motivate individualsOther
8. Proven ability to demonstrate creativity, innovation and team-working within work
9. Proven ability to work without close supervisionDesirable Criteria10. Relevant professional qualification(s)
11. Evidence of collaborations with industry.
12. Proven ability to adapt to the changing requirements of the Higher Education community.
13. Evidence of ability to participate in and develop both internal and external networks and utilise them to enhance the research activities of the School.

Expected salary

£40247 – 45163 per year

Location

United Kingdom

Job date

Sun, 12 Jan 2025 23:06:04 GMT

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