UE – RESEARCH FELOOWSHIP 2010 – UK
Research Fellowship 2010 in University of Edinburgh of UK
About The University:
The University of Edinburgh has been instrumental in shaping history for over 400 years. An exciting, vibrant, research led academic community we offer opportunities to work with leading international academics whose visions are shaping tomorrow’s world. Our 22 Schools, spread across 3 Colleges, offer over 350 undergraduate and 160 postgraduate courses to more than 20,000 students each year. As a member of staff, you will not only be part of one the World’s top 20 Universities, but also part of one of the top employers in Edinburgh, with over 10,000 people spread across a wide range of academic and supporting roles.
Detail:
The purpose of the job is to undertake research on the functional role of microRNAs expressed by the herpes virus human cytomegalovirus. The research will focus mainly on the identification of miRNA target genes and determination of the functional relevance of these targets in relation to viral infection.
Planning and Organising:
Following discussion with the Principal Investigator, the job-holder will be responsible for planning the experimental protocols, setting up and carrying out experiments. A strong degree of independence is expected. Appropriate methodologies will be developed with the Project Leader. It is expected that weekly meetings with the Principal Investigator take place to plan long term and short term research goals.
Problem Solving:
The job-holder will be expected to tackle routine technical problems during the course of their work and also have input into innovative ideas on how the biological problems being addressed should be investigated, as they arise within the group. Complex technical issues will be dealt with after liaising with the Principal Investigator.
Decision Making:
Although the overall direction of the work will be defined by the project objectives and the outcomes of research group meetings, the job holder will be expected to work relatively independently in developing this aspect of the project. This will require an ability to make decisions on experimental approaches when performing routine experiments. Any major changes in direction and/or approach with regards to experiments or goals have to be discussed with the Principal Investigator.
Key Contacts / Relationships:
This position involves close collaboration with Prof. Tony Nashes, Dr Bernadette Dutia and Dr Amy bucks group at the Roslin Institute, as well as with other collaborators who remain to be defined. The job holder will need to have good inter-personal skills. Supervision of students will mainly involve practical advice in the laboratory.
Person Specification:
1. The job-holder should have post-graduate experience (preferably a recent, or about to obtain, a,PhD), a strong knowledge base in virology and/or microRNA biology is preferred but not essential.
2. Experience in the use of molecular biological techniques, bio-imaging, virology and cell culture techniques is preferable.
3. Good communication and team work skills are essential
Salary:
The role is grade UE07 and attracts an annual salary of £29,853 to £35,646. Salary is paid monthly by direct transfer to your Bank or Building Society account, normally on the 28th of the month.
Application Procedure:
We encourage all applicants to apply online at http://www.jobs.ed.ac.uk/. The application process is quick and easy to follow, and you will receive email confirmation of safe receipt of your application. The online system allows you to submit a CV.
Alternatively, call our recruitment line on 0131 650 2511 or email mailto:jobs@ed.ac.uk for an application pack. Please complete and return the Application form, including a statement addressing how your application meets the Person Specification, Additional Personal Information Form and Rehabilitation of Offenders Form to HR Department, The Roslin Institute, Roslin, EH25 9PS by the closing date of 4 October 2010. Please complete the equal opportunities form and return in the separate prepaid envelope. We cannot guarantee to consider late applications
Please quote reference no: 3013321
We anticipate interviews will be held in the week commencing 11 October 2010. If you have not been invited for interview by this date, you have not been successful.
Deadline: 4 October 2010
Contact:
HR Department,
The Roslin Institute,
Roslin, EH25 9PS
0131 650 2511
email mailto:jobs@ed.ac.uk
Source: http://www.ed.ac.uk/
