Research Associate

Salary: Full time starting salary is normally in the range £32,546 to £35,116 with potential progression once in post to £39,355

Contract Type: Fixed Term contract up to 1 year 

Background

Applications are invited for a Full-time Research Associate Position for the biofluids workstream of mTBI-Predict, with an expected start date of September 2025. mTBI-Predict is a multiyear research programme funded by the Department of Defense, with this 1-year post. Further funding is in place for extension of the time in post, but this will depend on performance. Due to the nature of the project, a 12-month probation period will be in place for this role, with successful candidates expected to meet key performance indicators within the first three months. There will also be the opportunity for the post holder to register for a PhD as part of the role. 

Main Duties

• Assist in the collection and storage of samples and data; liaising with the Human Biomaterials Resource Centre and The Birmingham NIHR/Wellcome Trust Clinical Research Facility (CRF).
• Analyse and manage collected biological samples as directed; this may be through a variety of research methods, such as scientific experimentation, literature reviews and data upload.
• Carry out administrative tasks related directly to the delivery of the research
• Participate in research team meetings
• To present research outputs, including drafting academic publications or parts thereof, for example at seminars and as posters
• To provide guidance, as required, to support staff and any students who may be assisting with the research
• Participate and contribute to public engagement events
• Analyse research data as directed
• Develop or adapt techniques, models and methods
• Deal with problems that may affect the achievement of research objectives and deadlines
• Promotes equality and values diversity acting as a role model and fostering an inclusive working culture

Person Specification

• An BSc or MSc Degree in the area of Physiology and Health Sciences, Biomedical Sciences or Neuroscience. A PhD Degree in these areas of research preferred but not necessary. 
• Understanding of research and conducting of human (clinical) trials. 
• Preferably practical experience of applying the relevant skills and techniques. That is, experience with ELISA, RT-PCR and handling biological samples.
• Ability to analyse information and communicate effectively
• Ability to access and organise resources successfully
• Strong organisation and time-management skills
• Cooperative nature and strong teamwork skills, with a willingness to work as part of a large multi-disciplinary team
• Understanding of and ability to contribute to public engagement activities 
• Practical experience of applying the relevant skills and techniques
• Ability to analyse information and communicate effectively
• Ability to access and organise resources successfully
• Knowledge of the protected characteristics of the Equality Act 2010, and how to actively ensure in day to day activity in own area that those with protected characteristics are treated equally and fairly

Informal enquiries can be made to Dr Lisa Hill, email: l.j.hill@bham.ac.uk 

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