Senior Research Associate

14 hours ago


Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Newcastle University Full time

Newcastle University

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Research Assistant to join our internationally renowned multi-disciplinary team in Newcastle. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the research programme of the School/Institute under the clear guidance of a member of academic staff or Principal Investigator.

The successful candidate will have experience with cellular models of human disease, laboratory molecular techniques, and in vitro experiments. They will be responsible for analysing and interpreting research data, co-ordinating own work with that of others, and contributing to the planning of the project(s).

This fixed-term, part-time position (24 hours per week) is available for a period of 24 months. The salary for this role is £25,000 - £30,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Contribution to the research programme of the School/Institute under the clear guidance of a member of academic staff or Principal Investigator.
  2. Use initiative and creativity to analyse and interpret research data and draw conclusions on the outcomes.
  3. Co-ordinate own work with that of others, deal with problems which may affect the achievement of research objectives and contribute to the planning of the project(s).
  4. Present information on research progress and outcomes to a Principal Investigator or groups overseeing the research project.
  5. Write up results from own research activity and provide input into the research project's dissemination, in whatever form (report, papers, chapters, book).
  6. Ensure that personal knowledge in relevant fields of study is kept up to date.
  7. Maintain academic standards and freedom, and work in accordance with university policies (e.g. equal opportunities, health and safety policies).
  8. Possible supervision and demonstration duties within undergraduate laboratories and example classes or in teaching small seminar classes.
  9. Undertake relevant training and development activities to develop capacity for taking on wider responsibilities.
  10. Develop, with advice, an awareness of own professional development needs and a personal development strategy.
  11. The ability to use personal initiative and creativity to solve research problems.
  12. Experience with the development of new techniques to address specific research questions.
  13. Appreciation of the regulatory landscape – animals and patients.
  14. Ability to contribute ideas and enhancements to develop the project and further research objectives.
  15. Demonstrate enthusiasm towards scientific engagement.
  16. Confidence and willingness to support and guide research students and junior members of staff.


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