Research Assistant

Part-time: 21 hours per week

Fixed-term: for 12 months

The opportunity:

This exciting opportunity involves assisting in several projects including basic science, translational projects and clinical studies. The successful candidate is expected to have a basic science or medical degree and will work with an experienced and supportive research team at the University of Edinburgh and NHS Lothian. With regular meetings with the PI and supervisor the post holder will gain valuable expertise in the field of diabetes research. They will assist the PI in the running of studies and clinical trials and in the production of scientific material, such as writing reports and creating illustrations for publications, they will also assist with the organisational aspects of research and meetings.

This post is for 21 hours per week, on site.

The salary for this post is £34,132 to £39,355 per annum pro-rata.

Your skills and attributes for success:

• BSc (1^st class or upper second-class honours) or Medical degree.
• Relevant research experience.
• Experience in scientific writing and data analysis.
• Ability to work well in a team.

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