Research Assistant

3 weeks ago

Glasgow, United Kingdom University of Glasgow Full time

**Job Purpose**-

**Main Duties and Responsibilities**
Perform the following activities in conjunction with and under the guidance of the Principal Investigators, Daniel Streicker and Pablo Murcia: 1. Plan and conduct assigned research individually or jointly in accordance with the project deliverables and project/group/School/College research strategy.
2. Use public and internal viral genome sequences to design a PhIP Seq panel for detection of antibodies against focal viral families and species in banked or prospectively collected serum samples from bats, livestock and humans and carry out descriptive analyses of the resulting data
3. Use the results of phylogenetically-informed pseudotype virus neutralization assays and viral genomic/protein/structural data to develop predictive models of cross-protection for selected high-risk families of RNA viruses
4. Develop machine learning algorithms to predict human and livestock susceptibility to RNA virus infection from viral genomic/protein/structural data and libraries of host gene transcripts, including known or predicted interferon stimulated genes.
5. Work with other project members to set appropriate timelines given progress of field, clinical and laboratory activities.
6. Liaise with national and international partners to ensure data quality and equitable intellectual engagement opportunities.
7. Document research output including analysis and interpretation of all data, maintaining records and databases, drafting technical/progress reports and papers as appropriate.
8. Develop and enhance your research profile and reputation and that of the CVR, 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. 9. 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.
10. 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. 11. Collaborate with colleagues and participate in team/group meetings/seminars/workshops across the research Group/School/College/University and wider community.
12. 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. 13. Perform administrative tasks related to the activities of the research group and School, including Budgets/Expenditure.
14. Carry out modest Teaching activities (e.g., demonstrating etc.) as well as co-supervision of students rotating at the CVR. Carry out associated admin as assigned by the Head of School and in consultation with the Principal Investigator. 15. Keep up to date with current knowledge and recent advances in quantitative ecology/epidemiology, machine learning, and viral emergence.
16. Engage in continuing professional development activities as appropriate. 17. Undertake any other duties of equivalent standing as assigned by the MRC-CVR Director.
18. Contribute to the enhancement of the University’s international profile in line with the University’s Strategic Plan, World Changers Together.
**For Appointment at Grade 7 **19. 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.
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**Qualifications**

**Essential**
A1 Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) level 10 (Honours degree) in epidemiology, ecology, biostatistics or equivalent. May be working towards a post-graduate qualification such as a Masters (SCQF 11) or PhD (SCQF level 12).

**For Appointment at Grade 7**
**Essential**
A2 Normally SCQF level 12 [PhD] or alternatively possess the equivalent in professional qualifications and experience, with experience of personal development in a similar or related role(s).

**Desirable**
B1 An awarded (or recently submitted or near completion) PhD in ecology and evolution, epidemiology, another area of quantitative biology or equivalent.
B2 Postdoctoral research experience in a related field.

**Knowledge and Skills**

**Essential**
C1 Specialist theoretical and practical knowledge of some quantitative areas of infectious disease ecology or evolution.
C3 Good understanding of statistical modelling and machine learning. C4 Knowledge in experimental design for research studies carried out in field or laboratory settings.
C5 Excellent communication skills (oral and written), including public presentations and ability to communicate complex data/concepts clearly and concisely. C6 Excellent interpersonal skills including team working and a collegiate approach.
C7 Appropriate workload/time/pro

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