Research Assistant/Associate in Bacterial DNA Replication

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Salary
Research Assistant: £33,951 to £35,608 per annum.
Research Associate: £36,636 per annum.

The Role
This is an opportunity to kick-start a new project in the lab of Professor Heath Murray, looking at single-molecule dynamics of the replicative helicase in the model bacterial organism Bacillus subtilis. The aims are to develop methods of labelling the replicative helicase with a fluorescent probe and characterizing the subcellular mobility of single helicase particles in vivo. Previous experience with single particle tracking in bacteria is highly desirable.

This project will be conducted in the Centre for Bacterial Cell Biology (CBCB) at Newcastle University (Athena Swan Gold Award). The CBCB provides a world-class environment in which to undertake the proposed project on bacterial DNA replication. Located in the bespoke Baddiley-Clark Building, the CBCB provides a collaborative setting with dedicated infrastructure and technical support. State-of-the-art fluorescent microscopy equipment necessary for this project is available within the CBCB.

As part of our commitment to career development for research colleagues, the University has developed 3 levels of Research Innovation Role Profiles.pdf. These profiles set out firstly the generic competencies and responsibilities expected of role holders at each level and, secondly, the general qualifications and experiences needed for entry at a particular level.

Find out more about the Faculty Medical Sciences here: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/medical-sciences/.

Find out more about our Biosciences Institutes: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/medical-sciences/research/institutes/biosciences/.

To apply, please submit your cover letter and CV.

If you have any questions, please reach out to heath.murray@newcastle.ac.uk.

Duration of post is 12 months

Key Accountabilities
Research Assistant

• Collect, analyse and interpret research data and draw conclusions on the outcomes.
• Co-ordinate own work with that of others, use problem solving to affect the achievement of research objectives and contribute to the planning of the project(s).
• Present information on research progress and outcomes to a Principal Investigator or groups overseeing the research project.
• Present research as part of Theme seminar series.
• Present research at conferences.
• Write up results from own research activity and provide input into the research project's dissemination, in whatever form (report, papers, chapters, books).
• Use research resources (including, where required, laboratories, workshops and specialist equipment) as appropriate.
• Supervise annual undergraduate research projects.

Research Associate

• Contribute ideas, including enhancements to the technical or methodological aspects of the project.
• Determine appropriate methodologies for research.
• Assess research findings for the need/scope for further investigations.
• Contribute to the writing up of the research and its dissemination, either through seminar and conference presentations or through publications.
• Present research findings, either at conferences or through publications in reputable outlets appropriate to the discipline.
• Contribute to grant applications submitted by others and develop own research objectives and proposals for funding.

Qualifications
Research Assistant

• Degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Microbiology, Cell Biology.

In addition for Research Associate

• PhD in Biochemistry, Molecular Microbiology, Cell Biology.

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