Research Assistant/ Associate - Glasgow, United Kingdom - University of Glasgow

University of Glasgow
University of Glasgow
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Job Purpose

Main Duties and Responsibilities
Perform the following activities in conjunction with and under the guidance of the Principal/Co-Investigator: Subject-specific tasks:


  • Plan and conduct assigned research individually or jointly in accordance with the project deliverables and project/group/School/College research strategy.
  • Contribute to the acquisition, set up, maintenance and integration of experimental apparatus or computational kit, or in setting up theoretical models or analysis strategies.
  • Document research output including analysis and interpretation of all data, maintaining records and databases, drafting technical/progress reports and papers as appropriate.
  • Develop and enhance your research profile and reputation and that of The University of Glasgow/ School/ Research Group, including contributing to publications of international quality in high profile/quality refereed journals, enhancing the research impact in terms of economic/societal benefit, and gathering indicators of esteem.
  • Contribute to the presentation of work at international and national conferences, at internal and external seminars, colloquia and workshops to develop and enhance our research profile.
  • Contribute to 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.
  • Collaborate with colleagues and participate in team/group meetings/seminars/workshops across the research Group/School/College/University and wider community (e.g Academic and Industrial Partners).
  • Contribute to 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
  • Contribute to outreach and recruitment activities of The University of Glasgow.
  • Carry out modest Teaching activities (e.g demonstrating etc) and associated admin as assigned by the Head of School and in consultation with Principal Investigator.
  • Be responsible for safety management related to the organisation and running of Laboratory and/or Experimental techniques, equipment and processes as appropriate.
  • Keep up to date with current knowledge and recent advances in the field/discipline.
  • Engage in personal, professional and career development to enhance both specialist and transferable skills in accordance with desired career trajectory.
  • Undertake any other duties of equivalent standing as assigned by the Head of School and/or PI.
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For appointment at grade 7:•Perform the above duties with a higher degree of independence, leadership and responsibility, particularly in relation to planning, funding, collaborating and publishing research, and mentoring colleagues.


Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Knowledge/Qualifications

Essential:


A1 Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 10 (Honours Degree) May be working towards post-graduate qualification such as a Masters (Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 11) or PhD (Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 12).

Or Equivalent professional qualifications in relevant academic/research discipline, and experience of personal development in a similar role
A2 Specialist theoretical and practical knowledge of _Mixed-signal and Analog Circuits Design_-A4 Knowledge of specialist IT software (eg. Matlab, LabView, R, S-plus, SAS) as appropriate
A5 Knowledge of project-specific technical models, equipment or techniques


For appointment at grade 7:


Essential:


A6 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).

A7 Specify A2-5 at a higher level or deeper specialisation if appropriate


Desirable:


Skills

Essential:

C1 Specific skills in _Mixed-signal and Analog Circuits Design_
C2 Research creativity and 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


For appointment at grade 7:

C9 Good Team Leadership skills
C10 Specify C1, C2, C5, C7 & C8 at a higher level or deeper specialisation as appropriate


Experience

Essential:

E2 Experience in _Mixed-signal an
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