Research Assistant
6 months ago
**Job Purpose**1. Paediatric AML patient material in Multiparametric Flow assays
2. Clinical data and statistical methods
3. Leukaemia stem cells assays and drug assays with primary samples
4. Cellular changes with molecular knockout/transductions.
**Main Duties and Responsibilities**
1. Plan and conduct of assigned research individually or jointly in a timely and efficient manner in line with the project deliverables and project/Keeshan group/School of Cancer Sciences research strategy.
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 The University of Glasgow/School of Cancer Sciences/Keeshan 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.
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 Keeshan Research Group/School of Cancer Sciences/College/University and wider community.
7. 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.
8. Perform administrative tasks related to the activities of the Keeshan research group and School of Cancer Sciences, 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 the Principal Investigator Dr Karen Keeshan.
10. Keep up to date with current knowledge and recent advances in the field/discipline of paediatric acute myeloid leukaemia.
11. Engage in in personal, professional and career development, to enhance both specialist and transferable skills in accordance with desired career trajectory.
12. Undertake any other duties of equivalent standing as assigned by the Head of 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.
**For appointment at grade 7**:
14. Perform the above duties in a leading role with a higher degree of independence and responsibility, particularly in relation to planning and executing research output, funding, collaborating and publishing research, and mentoring colleagues.
**Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience**
**Knowledge/Qualifications**
**Essential**:
A1 SCQF Level 11 (Masters degree) or adequate work experience in relevant biological sciences/cancer or equivalent.
A2 Specialist theoretical and practical knowledge of cancer/leukaemia stem cells.
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**Desirable**:
B1 An awarded (or recently submitted or near completion) PhD in biological sciences/cancer or equivalent.
**For appointment at grade 7**:
**Essential**:
A4 Normally Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework 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)
A5 Practical knowledge of leukaemia animal models
**Skills**
**Essential**:
C1 Sufficient depth of experience working with human haematopoietic/leukaemia stem cells in culture/assays, normally including sufficient masters project experience.
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 Experience with patient material.
D2 Experience with animal models.
**For appointment at grade 7**:
**Essential**:
C10 Knowledge and experience with project specific technical models, equipment or techniques (paitent material and animal models)
C11 Sufficient depth of relevant research experience, normally including sufficient postdoctoral experience in a related field, appropriate to an early career researcher
**Experience**
**Essential**:
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