Research Assistant
1 month ago
Job Purpose
To contribute/make a leading contribution to a project in paediatric acute myeloid leukaemia working with Dr Karen Keeshan to validate a biomarker for drug targeting. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the formulation and submission of research publications and research proposals as well as help manage and direct this complex and challenging project as opportunities allow. As part of this project, the candidate will be working on:1. Paediatric AML patient material in Multiparametric Flow assays2. Clinical data and statistical methods3. Leukaemia stem cells assays and drug assays with primary samples4. 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.15. Establish and sustain a track record of independent and joint published research to establish and maintain your expert reputation in the subject area.16. Survey the research literature and environment, understand the research challenges associated with the project & subject area, & develop/implement a suitable research strategy. 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.A3 A comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of the wider subject area or subject specialism of leukaemia/cancer biology. 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 conciselyC4 Excellent interpersonal skills including team working and a collegiate approachC5 Appropriate workload/time/project/budget/people management skillsC6 Extensive IT and data analysis/interpretation skills as appropriate.C7 Self-motivation, initiative and independent thought/workingC8 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 : C9 A comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of current issues and future directions within the wider subject area or subject specialismC10 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: E1 Sufficient relevant research experience (or equivalent) appropriate to an early career researcher in the wider subject area or subject specialism.E2 Project or subject specific experienceE3 Experience of scientific writingE4 Proven ability to deliver quality outputs in a timely and efficient mannerE5 Evidence of an emerging track record of publications in a relevant field Desirable: F1 Sufficient years relevant research experienceF2 Ability to drive project specific goals so as to author original research papers. For appointment at grade 7: Essential : E6 A track record of presentation and publication of research results in quality journals/conferencesE7 Experience of making a leading contribution in academic activitiesE8 Ability to demonstrate a degree of independence as illustrated by identification of project objectives from assessment of the literature, design & analysis of experiments & drafting of papers.E9 Experience in undertaking independent research-
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