Transition Fellow (Cancer Research UK Brain Tumour Centre of Excellence)

Job title:

Transition Fellow (Cancer Research UK Brain Tumour Centre of Excellence)

Company

University of Edinburgh

Job description

Job Description:The Opportunity:Cancer Research UK (CRUK) have awarded funding to renew the UCL-Edinburgh CRUK Glioma Brain Tumour Centre of Excellence (CoE). The CoE brings together researchers from the University of Edinburgh and University College London to develop a deeper understanding of the fundamental biology of glioma and harness this knowledge to drive new translational approaches to improve patient outcomes.The post-holder will be based at the Institute of Genetics and Cancer, University of Edinburgh or affiliated research centres within the College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine. The mission of the Institute of Genetics and Cancer is to understand development and disease by using the latest approaches in genetic, genomic, cellular and clinical science. The postholder would benefit from world class facilities, and the combined resources and multidisciplinary skills, scientific expertise, technology and support services needed to maximise scientific discovery and provide an outstanding training environment.We are seeking transition fellows with a strong publication track record to develop an independent programme of research, relevant to the themes of the CoE. Fellows will be expected to apply for independent research funding supported by existing research programmes on brain tumours. They will receive a generous consumables budget and priority access to CoE infrastructure, including preclinical models, and will be supported by a variety of mentoring schemes.The successful candidate will have a PhD degree in a relevant subject area (e.g. biology, neuroscience, biomedicine, cancer biology) and have successfully carried out a period of postdoctoral training. They should also have a proven publication record. Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills are essential.Applicants must have experience in presenting complex scientific concepts and content both in writing and verbally. They will show a strong commitment to improving outcomes for glioma patients and demonstrate excellent collaborative interpersonal skills with an ability to work co-operatively in a multidisciplinary setting.The post-holder will be expected to have the ability to assist other members of the CoE, supervise MSc and PhD students, as well as collaborate with external research groups.This post is fixed term (36 months) and full-time (35 hours per week); however, we are open to considering flexible working patterns.The salary for this post is UE08 £49,250 to £60,321 per annum.Your skills and attributes for success:

• A PhD and relevant postdoctoral experience, with demonstrated success in delivering research results relevant to the subject specialism (or near completion)
• Experience and achievement in the specialist area, reflected in a growing personal research portfolio
• Extensive experience of developing and applying theory, models, techniques and analytical methods as appropriate to the field
• Good understanding of the potential non-academic impacts of the research and ways of engaging in order to achieve these.
• Ability to work with colleagues across the organisation in a respectful manner including collegiate support of colleagues.

Click to view a copy of the full job description (opens new browser tab)Application InformationPlease ensure you include the following documents in your application:– CV– 2-page proposal briefly outlining research interests, proposed research activities and how these align with and can contribute to the success of the Brain Tumour Centre of ExcellenceAs a valued member of our team you can expect:

• A competitive salary
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, competitive pension schemes, staff discounts, and family-friendly initiatives. Check out the full list on our

(opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefitsChampioning equality, diversity and inclusion:The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our (opens new browser tab).The University is able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. If successful, an international applicant requiring sponsorship to work in the UK will need to satisfy the UK Home Office’s English Language requirements and apply for and secure a Skilled Worker Visa.Key dates to note:The closing date for applications is 19 March 2025.Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone.About Us: As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. Between now and 2030 we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.About the Team:The Cancer Research UK Edinburgh Centre brings together cancer scientists and clinicians from across the University of Edinburgh, delivering outstanding cancer research and improved patient care. With full integration of the Edinburgh Experimental Cancer Medicine Centre and the Host and Tumour Profiling Unit, our scientific and technological expertise results in new therapies being developed for patients faster.To find out more visitThe CRUK Edinburgh Centre is part of the Institute of Genetics and Cancer (IGC). This partnership with MRC Human Genetics Unit and Centre for Genomic and Experimental Medicine Centre aims to understand development and disease by using the latest developments in genetic, genomic, cellular and clinical science. The partnership provides access to state of the art scientific facilities, scientific infrastructure and business support, including on site Advanced Imaging Resource, Animal Model support, Bioinformatics Analysis Core, DNA sequencing, Flow Cytometry, Mass Spectrometry, HTPU microarray. The IGC also offers a highly collegial environment with excellent local career development support, active social, wellbeing and sustainability related groups making it a very desirable and supportive working environment.To find out more visit

Expected salary

£49250 – 60321 per year

Location

Edinburgh – Midlothian

Job date

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 05:34:15 GMT

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