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Fixed Term Research Assistant/Fellow in Haemostasis & Thrombosis

Robert Gordon University

Location: Aberdeen
Salary: £35,608 to £46,049 per year
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract
Placed On: 22nd August 2025
Closes: 7th September 2025
Job Ref: RGU07572

Location: RGU Garthdee, AB10 7GJ

Hours:35 hours per week

Job Summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual with a strong interest in haemostasis and cardiovascular science. This research aims to unpick the cellular and molecular mechanisms responsible for uncontrolled bleeding following a traumatic injury. You will join the laboratory of Dr Gael Morrow within the School of Pharmacy, Applied Sciences & Public Health.

The role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research investigating uncontrolled bleeding following injury. Specifically, you will develop and optimise models of traumatic injury to determine changes in the fibrinolytic response due to the type of injury. Additionally, you will study platelet activation, aggregation and secretion to understand how platelets function following injury. This post would be particularly suited to an individual that is driven by translational projects that link basic science and clinical practice.

This post is available as a fixed-term post as a Research Assistant (Grade 6) or Research Fellow (Grade 7), based on current skills and experience. The salary banding for this advert spans two grades to cover applications for Grade 6 or 7. The post is for 12 months on a full time basis, although part time and flexible working may be considered. 

For informal discussion and enquiries, contact Dr Gael Morrow, g.morrow1@rgu.ac.uk

Employment is conditional on candidates, if deemed necessary, passing a pre-employment medical and undertaking ongoing health surveillance throughout the course of their employment. This is required in order to support our duty of care under health and safety statute and to ensure that the candidates are able to carry out the functions required by the role.

You will benefit from a generous pension scheme, 46 days (pro rata) annual leave (including statutory days) an onsite nursery and sports centre, as well as a range of voluntary health and travel benefits.

We are committed to attracting and engaging a diverse range of staff and fostering a culture where everyone feels welcome, comfortable to express their ideas, and can reach their full potential. For more information, please visit Our Diverse Workforce pages.

To apply, please submit your CV along with a cover letter detailing your suitability against the requirements set out in the person specification.

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