Research Assistant​/Associate

Job Purpose

You will contribute to a BHF-funded project synthesising bioactive bi-functional molecules working with Dr. David France and collaborators in biology.

Specifically, the job requires expert knowledge in the design and synthesis of bioactive organic molecules. 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.

Perform the following activities in conjunction with and under the guidance of the Principal Investigator:

• Plan and conduct assigned research individually or jointly in accordance with the project deliverables and project/group/School/College research strategy.
• Contribute to the design, synthesis and characterisation of target small organic molecules, while ensuring safe laboratory practice individually and within the larger research group.
• Document research output including analysis and interpretation of all data, maintaining records and databases, drafting technical/progress reports and papers as appropriate.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Collaborate with colleagues and participate in team/group meetings/seminars/workshops across the research Group/School/College/University and wider community (e.g Academic and Industrial Partners).
• 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.
• Perform administrative tasks related to the activities of the research group and School, including Budgets/Expenditure.
• Contribute to outreach and recruitment activities of The University of Glasgow.
• 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.
• Be responsible for safety management related to the organisation and running of Laboratory and/or Experimental techniques, equipment and processes as appropriate.
• Keep up to date with current knowledge and recent advances in the field/discipline.
• Engage in personal, professional and career development to enhance both specialist and transferable skills in accordance with desired career trajectory.
• Undertake any other duties of equivalent standing as assigned by the Head of School and/or PI.
• To contribute to the enhancement of the University’s international profile in line with the University’s Strategic Plan – World Changers Together.

• 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.
• Establish and sustain a track record of independent and joint published research to establish and maintain your expert reputation in the subject area.
• Survey the research literature and environment, understand the research challenges associated with the project & subject area, & develop/implement a suitable research strategy.

These key tasks are not intended to be exhaustive but simply highlight a number of major tasks which the staff member may be reasonably expected to perform.

• A1 Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 10 (Honours Degree). May be working towards post-graduate…