Research Assistant
University of Glasgow - College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences - School of Biodiversity, One Health & Veterinary Medicine
| Location: | Glasgow |
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| Salary: | £33,951 to £37,694 per annum (Grade 6) |
| Hours: | Full Time |
| Contract Type: | Fixed-Term/Contract |
| Placed On: | 19th February 2026 |
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| Closes: | 23rd March 2026 |
| Job Ref: | 193093 |
We have an exciting opportunity for a Research Assistant to contribute to multiple veterinary parasitology projects, working with Professor James Cotton and Dr Roz Laing. The successful candidate will be expected to make a substantial contribution to general lab management in addition to specific research projects, including the formulation and submission of research publications and research proposals as opportunities allow.
We welcome applications from candidates who hold an SCQF Level 10 (Honours degree) in veterinary biosciences, zoology, genetics, biochemistry, or a relevant subject and ideally a PhD or additional relevant experience of working in parasitology or molecular biology laboratories, pathogen genomics research groups, or other relevant areas.
The post is full time (35 hours per week) and has funding for up to 18 months in the first instance.
Visit our website for further information on The University of Glasgow’s School of Biodiversity, One Health & Veterinary Medicine www.gla.ac.uk/schools/bohvm
Informal Enquiries should be directed Professor James Cotton, James.Cotton@glasgow.ac.uk
Apply online at: www.jobs.gla.ac.uk/job/research-assistant-5818322
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