University of Exeter
Job title:
Graduate Research Assistant
Company
University of Exeter
Job description
The postThe Faculty wishes to recruit a Graduate Research Assistant to support the work of Dr Craig Beall. This full-time externally-funded post is available from 1st October 2024 on a fixed-term basis of initially one year, with a second year of funding to be released after a satisfactory progress report at nine months.The successful applicant will perform cell culture-based research, assist with maintenance of a number of human cell lines including primary and stem cell models. The post will include performing 2D and 3D tissue culture using human cell models. There will also be work using organoid and organ-on-a-chip to develop advanced human-relevant in vitro models.The post will include maintenance of laboratory records, maintaining stocks and ordering supplies, conducting assays and analyses and supporting the work of other team members working directly on the same project. There will be opportunities to attend conferences, if desirable. Some intercampus travel may be required.We are also separately recruiting two postdoctoral research associates ( ) in this round and all three will work together to deliver the objectives of the project.Please apply early, we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on a rolling basis and the vacancies will close once all positions have been filled.About youThe successful applicant will be able to present information on research progress and outcomes, communicate complex information, orally, in writing and electronically and prepare proposals and applications to external bodies.Applicants will be educated to first degree level or possess an equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study or equivalent experience and be able to demonstrate sufficient knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to work within established research programmes. Applicants will be able to work to agreed timelines and milestones, maintain excellent written records and have excellent interpersonal skills to coordinate activities with the other team members directly involved in this project.Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.The University of ExeterWe are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 200 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 and QS World University Ranking 2024). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2023, underpinned by Gold ratings for Student Experience and Student Outcomes.Our world-leading research impact has grown more than any other Russell Group university in recent years, and we are home to some of the world’s most influential researchers, seeking to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today. More than 99 percent of our research is of international quality and 47 percent is world-leading (2021 Research Excellence Framework).We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students. Read about our world leading research – and how we are for a changing world. We are located in a beautiful part of the country and Exeter (a fast growing tech hub) is one of only a few UK cities to have been designated as a .Further informationFor further information please contact Dr Craig Beall, e-mail .The starting salary will be from £32,332 on Grade E, depending on qualifications and experience.
Expected salary
£32332 per year
Location
Exeter
Job date
Thu, 05 Sep 2024 07:31:43 GMT
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