Research Associate, Research Scientist, Clinical Research
Job in
Glasgow, Glasgow City Area, G1, Scotland, UK
Listing for:
University of Glasgow
Full Time
position
Listed on 2025-12-11
Job specializations:
-
Research/Development
Research Scientist, Clinical Research
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 GBP Yearly
GBP
60000.00
80000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Purpose
To make a leading contribution to the project “The role of synovial tissue macrophage VSIG4 in regulating joint immune homeostasis”, funded by UKRI-MRC UK. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Professor Mariola Kurowska-Stolarska (Principal Investigator) at the University of Glasgow in collaboration with postdoctoral fellows and their supervisors:
Professor Stefano Alivernini (Co-investigator) at Gemelli Hospital in Rome, and Professor Megan Mac Leod (Co-investigator) at the University of Glasgow. The candidate will be expected to lead a specific research stream within this project, which aims to establish the role of VSIG4—a potential immune checkpoint expressed by tissue-resident macrophages—in maintaining tissue topography and immune homeostasis using joint tissue as a model.
The project uses unique transgenic mouse models generated specifically for this work (including inducible VSIG4 knockout in synovial tissue–resident macrophages), as well as human synovial tissue organoids, and co‑cultures of human tissue macrophages with autologous antigen‑specific TCR‑engineered T cells, and humanised macrophage–sensory neuron co‑cultures. The candidate will also contribute to the preparation and submission of research publications and grant proposals and will take responsibility for managing the human tissue biobank and/or mouse strains that support the project.
Main
Duties and Responsibilities
Take a leading role in planning and conducting assigned research stream, individually or jointly, in accordance with the project deliverables and the Kurowska‑Stolarska & Alivernini group, the Infection & Immunity School, and the MVLS College research strategy.Document all research outputs, including raw data, and conduct data analysis and interpretation. Maintain accurate records and databases and prepare technical and progress reports and papers as requested by the Principal Investigator, in accordance with the Data Management Plan of the Kurowska‑Stolarska & Alivernini group and the University of Glasgow.Establish and maintain your research profile and reputation, as well as that of the Kurowska‑Stolarska & Alivernini group, the Infection & Immunity School, and the MVLS College at the University of Glasgow. This includes building and sustaining a track record of internationally competitive publications in high‑quality, peer‑reviewed journals, enhancing research impact in terms of economic and societal benefit (particularly in advancing arthritis prevention), and gathering indicators of esteem.Regularly survey the research literature and environment, understand the research challenges associated with the project & subject area, & develop/implement a suitable research strategy.Presentation of work at international and national conferences, at internal and external seminars, and workshops to develop and enhance our research profile.Take a leading role in the identification of potential funding sources and to assist the PI in the development of proposals to secure funding from internal and external bodies to support future research.Take a leading role in developing and maintaining collaborations with colleagues across the research groups in the School of Infection and Immunity, MVLS College, The University and wider community (e.g. Academic and Industrial Partners).Take a leading role in team/group meetings/seminars/workshops and School research group activities to enhance the wider knowledge, outputs, and culture of the Research Group/School/College.Take the lead in 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, including managing mice stains, human tissue biobank, lab orders and keeping the record of expenditure of the grant.Make a leading contribution to Teaching activities (e.g. demonstrating at labs run by the PI, running journal clubs for undergraduates) and associated admin as requested by the Principal Investigator.Keep up to date with current…
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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