Research Assistant

4 weeks ago


Leicester, United Kingdom University of Leicester Full time

Vacancy terms: Full-time, or job share considered, fixed term contract for 1 year

Hours per week: 37.5

Advert closes midnight on: 16 May 2024

About the role

In this role you will work on IgA nephropathy projects funded by philanthropic donations and industry funded projects. You will be expected to work across two University sites (the Hodgkin Building and the CVRC at Glenfield Hospital). You will be expected to carry out experimental tests on human blood and urine samples and to analyse and present data to collaborators and at scientific conferences. You will also assist the Research Manager with ensuring that projects meet agreed deadlines.

About you

We are looking for a candidate with excellent working knowledge of IgA nephropathy as well as the research techniques that are used to investigate this disease. You will hold an honours degree in a relevant or related subject and ideally hold a Master’s degree. You must also be able to show evidence of current GCP training.

Additional information

Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Roisin Thomas on rct21@leicester.ac.uk.

Applications for job share will be considered. 

As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to professional development, this role will also be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Please ensure this is discussed with your line manager prior to applying.

The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world. 

As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive. 

We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

£31,396 to £36,024 per annum (pro rata if part-time). Grade 6



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