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    Research Associate - Glasgow, United Kingdom - University of Glasgow

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    Job Purpose

    To make a leading contribution to a project on the neural processing of space and memory in freely behaving rodents.

    The successful candidate will be expected to set up and run the behavioural electrophysiological experiments, analyse data and contribute to the formulation and submission of research publications.

    Main Duties and Responsibilities These are to:1. Take a leading role in the planning and conduct of assigned research individually or jointly in accordance with the project deliverables and project/group/School/College research strategy, as well as in accordance with ethical constraints as specified both in law and in local ethical guidelines and policies.2. Take responsibility for ensuring that relevant research equipment is safe and maintained in good working order, and that users of the equipment are appropriately trained and supervised.3. Undertake organisation, supervision, mentoring and training of less experienced members of the project team, such as undergraduate and/or postgraduate students, as required by the line manager.4. Document research output including maintaining records and databases as well as analysis and interpretation of all relevant data.5. Contribute to the preparation, submission and revision of papers and other outputs to be submitted to appropriate peer reviewed journals or other fora, collaborating with others as appropriate, and respecting principles of Open Science where possible.6. Keep up to date with current knowledge and recent advances in the field/discipline.7. Work in a collegial manner with colleagues, including appropriately acknowledging all team members' contributions, and participating in collaborative events such as joint research projects, or journal clubs and other similar activities, as required by the line manager.8. Present work at international and national conferences, at internal and external seminars, colloquia and workshops so as to develop and enhance our research profile.9. Engage in personal, professional and career development, to enhance both specialist and transferable skills in accordance with School/College/University regulations as well as desired career trajectory.10. Contribute to the overall activities of the research team and department, including provision of a limited amount of undergraduate teaching (lectures and seminars), and administrative tasks as required by the line manager.11. Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the line manager/Centre head/Head of School.12. Actively follow University of Glasgow policies including Fire and Health & Safety Regulations as well as Equal Opportunities and Race Equality policies.

    Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Experience Qualifications and Knowledge Essential: A1 Normally Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 12 [PhD] or alternatively possess the equivalent in professional qualifications and experience, with experience of personal development in a similar or related role[s]A2 A comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of current issues and future directions within the wider subject area or subject specialismA3 Knowledge of project-specific technical models, equipment or techniquesA4 Knowledge of the relevant legislation pertaining to animal experiments

    Skills Essential:
    D1 Single-neuron electrophysiological recording in awake, behaving rodentsD2 Data analysis using relevant software including cluster-cutting (e.g., Klustakwik, Tint etc) and analytic software (e.g., Matlab, Python, R etc)

    D3 Paper-writing, submission and revision Experience Essential:
    E1 Sufficient depth of relevant research experience (including experiments, data analysis and write-up), appropriate to an early career researcher and revealing ability to work independentlyE2 Delivery of quality outputs (posters, papers etc) in a timely and efficient mannerE3 Contribution to local research community via activities such as journal club presentation, supervision of student projects, organisation of seminars etc Closing date: 9 May 2024 Terms and Conditions Salary will be Grade 7, £39,347 - £44,263 per annum. This post is full time, and has funding for up to 3 years Relocation assistance will be provded where appropriate. As part of Team UofG you will be a member of a world changing, inclusive community, which values ambition, excellence, integrity and curiosity.


    As a valued member of our team, you can expect:1 A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.

    3 A flexible approach to working.

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