Research Assistant/Associate

Job Purpose

We have an exciting opportunity for a Research Assistant/Associate to contribute to the project – From Onset to Inflammation: Localising the Pathogenic Mechanisms in Crohn’s Disease – working with Dr Thomas Fenton.

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.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1. Plan and conduct assigned research individually or jointly in accordance with the project deliverables and School research strategy.
2. Document research output including analysis and interpretation of all data, maintaining records and databases, drafting progress reports and papers as appropriate.
3. Develop and enhance your research profile and reputation and that of the University of Glasgow, including contributing to publications of international quality in high quality refereed journals, enhancing the research impact in terms of economic and 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 group meetings and seminars across the School 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 research group and School, including budgets and expenditure.
9. Carry out modest teaching activities (e.g. demonstrating) and associated administration as assigned by the Head of School and in consultation with Principal Investigator.
10. Keep up to date with current knowledge and recent advances in the field and discipline.
11. Engage in continuing professional development activities as appropriate.
12. Undertake any other reasonable duties of equivalent standing as assigned by the Head of School.
13. Contribute to the enhancement of the University’s international profile in line with the University’s Strategic Plan, Inspiring People Changing the World.
14. Survey the research literature and environment, understand the research challenges associated with the project and subject area, and develop/implement a suitable research strategy.

For appointment at grade 7

1. Perform the above duties with a higher degree of independence, leadership and responsibility, particularly in relation to planning, funding, collaborating and publishing research, and mentoring colleagues.
2. Establish and sustain a track record of independent and joint published research to establish and maintain your expert reputation in the subject area.

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

Knowledge/Qualifications

Essential:

• A1 SCQF Level 10 (Honours degree) in a relevant subject or a cognate discipline, or equivalent.
• A2 Specialist theoretical and practical knowledge of mucosal immunology.
• A3 A comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of the wider subject area.

Desirable:

• B1 An awarded (or recently submitted or near completion) PhD in subject specialism or equivalent.
• B2 Procedure Individual Licence (ASPA personal licence).

For appointment at grade 7 – Essential Knowledge

• A4 Normally Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 12 (PhD) plus a track record of emerging independence within a research professional environment or equivalent qualifications and experience.

Skills

Essential:

• C1 Skilled at analysis of cellular phenotypes using immunological techniques such as flow cytometry, fluorescence microscopy and/or similar.
• C2 Research creativity and cross‑discipline collaborative ability as appropriate.
• C3 Excellent communication skills (oral and written), including public presentations and the ability to communicate complex data and concepts clearly and concisely.
• C4 Excellent interpersonal skills including team working and a collegiate approach.
• C5 Appropriate workload, time, project, budget and people management skills.
• C6 Extensive IT and data analysis/interpretation skills as appropriate.
• C7 Self‑motivation, initiative and independent thought and working.
• C8 Problem‑solving skills, including a flexible and pragmatic approach.

For appointment at grade 7 – Essential Skills

• C9 A comprehensive and up‑to‑date knowledge of current issues and future directions within the wider subject area or subject specialism.
• C10 Expert knowledge of project‑specific technical models, equipment or techniques.
• C11 Sufficient depth of relevant research experience, normally including sufficient post‑doctoral 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.
• E2 Project‑specific experience, including experience with murine disease models.
• E3 Experience of scientific writing.
• E4 Proven ability to deliver quality outputs in a timely and efficient manner.
• E5 Evidence of an emerging track record of publications in a relevant field.

For appointment at grade 7 – Essential Experience

• E6 A track record of presentation and publication of research results in quality journals and conferences.
• E7 Experience of making a leading contribution in academic activities.
• E8 Ability to demonstrate a degree of independence as illustrated by identification of project objectives from assessment of the literature, design and analysis of experiments and drafting of papers.
• E9 Experience in undertaking independent research.

Desirable:

• F1 Extensive experience with murine intestinal disease models.
• F2 Experience with tissue processing and histological techniques.
• F3 Experience with single‑cell or spatial sequencing bioinformatics analysis.
• F4 An emerging national or international reputation.
• F5 Experience with specialist software for analysis of fluorescence microscopy images.

Terms and Conditions

Salary will be Grade 6/7, £33,951 – £37,694 / £41,064 – £46,049 per annum. This post is full‑time (35 hours per week) and has funding available for up to 4 years.

The University of Glasgow has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. If you require a Skilled Worker visa, you will be required to meet the eligibility requirements of the visa route to be assigned a Certificate of Sponsorship.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic community, and other protected characteristics who are under‑represented within the University. The University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community.

Closing Date

Closing Date: 18 May 2026 at 23:45

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