Postdoctoral Research Associate in Analytical Biochemistry

3 weeks ago


Dundee, Dundee City, United Kingdom Abertay University Full time

Position Overview

Department of Engineering and Food Science

Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Analytical Biochemistry

Contract Duration: 8 months Full-time or 12 months Part-time

Annual Salary: £37,000

Abertay University is a contemporary institution with an international perspective, deeply embedded in its local and national communities. The university is committed to fostering science, industry, and professional practices through a unique interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approach to education, research, and knowledge dissemination.

The School of Applied Sciences offers a range of programs and applied research initiatives in diverse fields including food and beverage studies, environmental sciences, forensic and biomedical research, mental health nursing, counseling, psychology, and sports science. The School has experienced significant growth in research output, achieving remarkable results in recent evaluations of research intensity among modern universities in Scotland.

This role is part of a project funded by NHS Tayside, titled 'VAPE (VAscular Effects of Passive Exposure)', led by a collaborative team of researchers. The project aims to conduct two pilot studies to assess various biomarkers in urine and saliva samples from women and children exposed to passive smoking and vaping, alongside healthy control groups. The objective is to identify specific biomarkers that could aid in evaluating the detrimental effects of passive vaping exposure in larger studies.

The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will be responsible for:

  • Designing experimental materials
  • Conducting analyses of biological fluids utilizing advanced chromatography techniques (HRMS, LCMSMS)
  • Organizing and executing data collection
  • Analyzing data and presenting findings

The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the research team to ensure the project is completed efficiently and within the established timelines.

A comprehensive candidate brief is available below, detailing the job responsibilities, required qualifications, and application process.



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