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Research Scientist

1 month ago


Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom University of Glasgow Full time

Job Purpose



We are seeking a highly motivated Research Scientist to join our team at the University of Glasgow. The successful candidate will lead the ultrastructural arm of a 5-year project investigating the regulation of mRNA translation machinery in hepatocellular carcinoma.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1. Collaborate with colleagues and participate in team meetings to advance the project.
2. Plan and conduct research individually or jointly, adhering to project deliverables and research strategies.
3. Document research output, including analysis and interpretation of data, and maintain records and databases.
4. Develop and enhance research profiles, contributing to publications in high-profile journals and gathering indicators of esteem.
5. Present work at international and national conferences, seminars, and workshops.
6. Identify potential funding sources and assist in developing proposals to secure funding.
7. Supervise and mentor undergraduate and postgraduate students.
8. Perform administrative tasks related to the research group and School.
9. Engage in continuing professional development activities.
10. Undertake other reasonable duties as required by the Director and Principal Investigators.

Requirements

* Experience in molecular biology, cryo-EM sample preparation techniques, and EM image processing.
* Self-motivation in designing and executing cryo-ET experiments.
* Familiarity with instrumentation in the Scottish Centre for Macromolecular Imaging (SCMI).

Working Environment

The University of Glasgow offers a dynamic and supportive research environment, with access to state-of-the-art imaging approaches and instrumentation. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop their skills and contribute to the study of mRNA translation machinery in hepatocellular carcinoma.