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Research Assistant

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Glasgow, United Kingdom University of Glasgow Full time

**Job Purpose**
You will contribute to understanding the biology of leukaemia stem cell (LSC) and defining their drug-able vulnerabilities in chronic myeloid leukaemia (CML). This work is funded through project grants from both Blood Cancer UK and Leukaemia UK project grant and is based in the laboratory of Professor David Vetrie at the Wolfson Wohl Cancer Research Centre, School of Cancer Sciences, University of Glasgow.
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**Main Duties and Responsibilities**
Perform the following activities in conjunction with and under the guidance of the Principal/Co Investigator:

1. Plan and conduct assigned research individually or jointly in accordance with the projects’ aims and deliverables, thus aligning with the research vision of the Vetrie laboratory and the research strategies of the School of Cancer Sciences and the College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences (MVLS).
2. Document research output including analysis and interpretation of all data, maintaining records and databases, drafting technical/progress reports and papers as appropriate.
3. Develop and enhance your research profile and reputation and that of School of Cancer Sciences, The University of Glasgow and the Vetrie research team, 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. Collaborate with colleagues and participate in team/group meetings/seminars/workshops across the School of Cancer Sciences/MVLS/University of Glasgow and the wider research community.
7. Contribute to the organisation, supervision, mentoring and training of undergraduate and/or postgraduate students and less experienced members of the Vetrie research team to ensure their effective development.
8. Perform administrative tasks related to the activities of the research group and School, including Budgets/Expenditure.
9. Carry out modest Teaching activities (e.g demonstrating etc) and associated admin as assigned by the Head of School and in consultation with Professor Vetrie.
10. Keep up to date with current knowledge and recent advances in the field/discipline of Leukaemia.
11. Engage in continuing professional development activities as appropriate.
12. Undertake any other duties of equivalent standing as assigned by the Head of the School of Cancer Sciences.
13. Contribute to the enhancement of the University’s international profile in line with the University’s Strategic Plan, Inspiring People Changing the World.

**Knowledge/Qualifications**

**Essential**-A2 Specialist theoretical and practical knowledge in leukaemia research.
A3 A comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of cell biology or cell signalling.

**Desirable**-B2 Previous knowledge of leukaemia biology.

**Skills**

**Essential**
C1 Experience of protein and mRNA analysis using western blotting and q-PCR, flow cytometry, culturing of mammalian cells, and knowledge of molecular biology techniques.
C2 Research creativity and cross-discipline collaborative ability as appropriate.
C3 Excellent communication skills (oral and written), including public presentations and ability to communicate complex data/concepts clearly and concisely
C4 Excellent interpersonal skills including team working and a collegiate approach
C5 Appropriate workload/time/project/budget/people management skills
C6 Extensive IT and data analysis/interpretation skills as appropriate.
C7 Self-motivation, initiative and independent thought/working
C8 Problem solving skills including a flexible and pragmatic approach

**Desirable**
D1 Holder of a personal licence and previous recent animal handling experience.
D2 Experience of haemopoietic stem cell assays.
D3 Ability and experience using genetically modified and/or xenograft mouse models.
D4 Basic knowledge of R programming language and the use of computational tools to analyse complex datasets.

**Experience**

**Essential**
E1 Sufficient relevant research experience (or equivalent) appropriate to an early career researcher
E3 Experience of scientific writing
E4 Proven ability to deliver quality outputs in a timely and efficient manner
E5 Evidence of an emerging track record of publications in a relevant field

**Terms and Conditions**
Salary will be Grade 6, £30,502 - £34,308 per annum.
This post is full time and has funding for up to 3 years.
As part of Team UofG you will be a member of a world changing, inclusive community, which values ambition, excellence, integrity and curiosity.
As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

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