Research Associate - Glasgow, United Kingdom - University of Glasgow

University of Glasgow

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Glasgow, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Job Purpose-You will have extensive experience of software development / PhD in Computing or in Chemistry with a strong computing background or experience of software development from industry.
For appointment at grade 8 some post doctorial experience in multiple areas as listed above, or at the interdisciplinary interface and / or some expertise in research coordination and running a team would be required Perform the following activities in conjunction with the Principal/Co Investigator:

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform the following activities in conjunction with the Principal/Co Investigator:

Take a role leading the software team in accordance with the project deliverables and project/group/School/College research strategy.
Take a role in the development of software development for chemputation and database development.
Document research output including analysis and interpretation of all data, maintaining records and databases, drafting technical/progress reports and papers as appropriate.
Take a role in the identification of potential funding sources and to assist in the development of proposals to secure funding from internal and external bodies to support future research.
Take a role in developing and maintaining collaborations with colleagues across the research group/School/College/University and wider community (eg. Academic and Industrial Partners).
Take a role in team/group meetings/seminars/workshops and School research group activities to enhance the wider knowledge, outputs and culture of the School/College.
Help in the organisation, supervision, mentoring and training of undergraduate and/or postgraduate students and less experienced members of the project team to ensure their effective development.
Perform administrative tasks related to the activities of the research group and School, including Budgets/Expenditure.
Undertake any other duties of equivalent standing as assigned by the PI.

For appointment at Grade 8

Take the lead in identifying and attracting new sources of independent and external research funding and researchers into this research area as opportunities permit to support future research.
To present research findings at high profile national and international conferences, seminars and meetings to raise the profile of the research group in order to enhance the research strength of the School.
To take a primary role in working with current Cronin-group industrial collaborators, centres, and potential industrial end users as well as identifying and establishing new collaborative agreements to support the research of the group and School.
To make a leading contribution to the management of the team/project and sustain an enhanced level of academic outputs and profile.

These key tasks are not intended to be exhaustive but simply highlight a number of major tasks which the staff member may be reasonably expected to perform.

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Knowledge/Qualifications

Essential:

A1 PhD in Chemistry / Computing Science with strong software background or equivalent experience acquired in software development.

A2 In depth Knowledge of Python (at least 3.9) programming Language and the use of Regular Expressions and asyncio therein.

A4 Knowledge of project-specific technical models, equipment or techniques, e.g. Opentrons.
A5 Proficient with Windows and Unix-based operating systems.
A6 Proficiency in Configuration file formats YAML/TOML.
A7 Working knowledge of Git including Gitlab and its CI/CD structure.

For appointment at Grade 8:

A8 Some reputation in, and insight into, a relevant internationally competitive research area.
A10 Proven skills in management of teams of researchers and delivery of research output (meetings / publications / reports)

Skills

Essential:

C1 Computer programming with interest in automation in any guise.
C2 Research creativity and strong cross-discipline collaborative ability as appropriate.
C3 Excellent communication skills (oral and written), including public presentations and ability to communicate complex data/concepts clearly and concisely.
C4 Excellent interpersonal skills including team working and a collegiate approach.
C5 Appropriate workload/time/project/budget/people management skills.
C6 Extensive IT and data analysis/interpretation skills as appropriate.
C7 Self motivation, initiative and independent thought/working.
C8 Problem solving skills including a flexible and pragmatic approach.
C9 Good Team Leadership skills including demonstrable supervisory skills.
C10 MATLAB or other programming languages (as noted above).

Essential:

C11 Able to work both individually as well as part of a team and manage staff members as appropriate to disseminate findings to colleagues.

C12 Strong cross-discipline collaborative ability, including evidence of working across industry and academia.
C13 Able to work in both industrial and a