Research Associate

11999BR

School of Medicine

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Research Associate
UK Dementia Research Institute Cardiff
School of Medicine
College of Biomedical and Life Sciences
Applications are invited for a Research Associate in Neuroinflammation/Complement Biology at Cardiff University School of Medicine.

The project will explore roles of the complement system in models of dementia associated with accumulation of Tau in the brain (Tauopathies). The work is funded by Janssen Pharmaceuticals through a collaboration with the UK Dementias Research Institute. The primary aim is to deliver an in vivo data package on the role of the complement pathway in a preclinical model of Tauopathy using genetic and pharmacological approaches. These data will be used to identify therapeutic strategies to modulate complement dysregulation in the disease.

Candidates with experience in immunology, neuroimmunology and/or dementia models are encouraged to apply.

Informal inquiries should be made to Prof. B. Paul Morgan ([email protected]).

Division: http://medicine.cf.ac.uk/infect-immun/
UK DRI Cardiff:  https://ukdri.ac.uk/centres/cardiff

This post is a full time (35 hours per week), fixed term position and is available from 1st September until 31st August 2023.

Salary: £33,797 - £40,322 per annum (Grade 6)

Date advert posted: Friday, 30 July 2021

Closing date: Friday, 20 August 2021

This post has previously been advertised to employees of Cardiff University only.  We now invite external applications.

Cardiff University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We therefore welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age.  In supporting our employees to achieve a balance between their work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.

“Cardiff University is a signatory to the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA), which means that in hiring and promotion decisions we will evaluate applicants on the quality of their research, not publication metrics or the identity of the journal in which the research is published. More information is available at: https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/research/our-research-environment/integrity-and-ethics/responsible-research-assessment”

Job Description

Main function

To conduct research within neuroimmunology and complement biology and contribute to the overall research performance of the School and University, carrying out research leading to the publishing of high-quality research. To pursue excellence in research and to inspire others to do the same.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Research
• To conduct research within neuroimmunology and complement biology and contribute to the overall research performance of the School and University by the production of measurable outputs including bidding for funding, publishing in national academic journals and conferences, and the recruitment and supervision of postgraduate research students.
• To develop research objectives and proposals for own or joint research including research funding proposals
• To attend and or present at conferences/seminars at a local and national level as required
• To undertake administrative tasks associated with the research project, including the planning and organisation of the project and the implementation of procedures required to ensure accurate and timely reporting
• To prepare research ethics and research governance applications as appropriate
• To review and synthesise existing research literature within the field
• To participate in School research activities.
• To build and create networks both internally and externally to the university, to influence decisions,   explore future research requirements, and share research ideas for the benefit of research projects

Other
• To engage effectively with industrial, commercial and public sector organisations, professional institutions, other academic institutions etc., regionally and nationally  to raise awareness of the School’s profile, to cultivate strategically valuable alliances, and to pursue opportunities for collaboration across a range of activities. These activities are expected to contribute to the School and the enhancement of its regional and national profile.
• To undergo personal and professional development that is appropriate to and which will enhance performance.
• To participate in School administration and activities to promote the School and its work to the wider University and the outside world
• Any other duties not included above, but consistent with the role.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

Qualifications and Education
1. Postgraduate degree at PhD level in a related subject area or equivalent or relevant industrial experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience
2. An established expertise and proven portfolio of research and/or relevant industrial experience within one or more of the following research fields:
i. Neuroimmunology/neuroinflammation
ii. Complement biology
iii. Animal models of disease

3. Knowledge of current status of research in neuroimmunology and complement biology

4. Proven ability to publish in national/international journals and/or other research outputs.

5. Knowledge and understanding of competitive research funding to be able to develop applications to funding bodies.

6. Experience of working with animal models of disease. 

Communication and Team Working
7. Proven ability in effective and persuasive communication

8. Ability to supervise the work of others to focus team efforts and motivate individuals

Other
9. Proven ability to demonstrate creativity, innovation and team-working within work

Desirable Criteria

11. Relevant professional qualification(s); possession of a Home Office licence for animal work

12. Evidence of previous collaborations with industry.

13.  Proven ability to adapt to the changing requirements of the Higher Education community.

14. Evidence of ability to participate in and develop both internal and external networks and utilise them to enhance the research activities of the School.

Additional Information

IMPORTANT: Evidencing Criteria
It is the School of Medicine's policy to use the person specification as a key tool for short-listing. Candidates should evidence that they meet ALL of the essential criteria as well as, where relevant, the desirable. As part of the application process you will be asked to provide this evidence via a supporting statement.

Please ensure when submitting this document / attaching it to your application profile you name it with the vacancy reference number, in this instance for this post, 11999BR

If candidates do not provide written evidence of meeting all of the essential criteria then their application will not be progressed. The School of Medicine welcome the submission of CVs to accompany evidence of the job-based criteria.

Job Category

Academic - Research, Medical & Dental