Research Assistant (DC9)

22 Mar 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Aberdeen University

Department

Human Resources

Research Field

Chemistry » Biochemistry
Biological sciences » Biodiversity

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

United Kingdom

Application Deadline

6 May 2024 – 23:59 (Europe/London)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

37.5

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

H2020 / Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions

Reference Number

IMS282R

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

Yes

Offer Description

The University of Aberdeen is offering a unique opportunity for a Doctoral Candidate (DC) to undertake full-time research, in the framework of the project in PHABB (“Pathogens of Algae for Biocontrol and Biosecurity”). The Doctoral Candidate will be funded for 3 years by the UKRI Horizon Europe guarantee fund as part of the prestigious Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Doctoral Network (DN) programme.

The PHABB consortium brings together eight partners and twelve associated partner organisations located across Europe and will employ 10 Doctoral Candidates. The main objective of PHABB is to develop new disease management strategies in seaweeds and biocontrol measures of Harmful Algal Blooms with the help of natural pathogens. The DCs will be trained via a comprehensive three-step training programme by a multidisciplinary, inter-sectoral team that includes some of Europe’s leading researchers in the field.

The DC (DC9) will be involved in the detection and identification of harmful HAB species and associated antagonists. The aim is to obtain pure cultures of algal bloom pathogens and their algal hosts and determine infection processes at the microscopic level. DC9 will be part of Work package 2 ‘HAB biocontrol to underpin coastal management and animal aquaculture’.

You must have a 1st class or 2.1 Honour Degree or equivalent in Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology or related discipline and a knowledge of metabarcode sequencing and purification techniques would be desirable.

• Be eligible and qualified for enrolment in the PhD programme at University of Aberdeen.
• Be willing and able to perform secondments or participate in training programs at the facilities of other consortium members.
• You must not have resided or carried out your main activity (work, studies, etc.) in the UK for more than twelve months in the three years immediately prior to your recruitment.

This post is funded by UKRI for three years starting after 1 July 2024

Salary will be £38,119 per annum.  You will also receive a monthly mobility allowance of at least £409 per month.

Informal enquiries should be made to Professor Pieter van West, Institute of Medical Sciences (e-mail: [email protected] ).

 

Should you require a visa to undertake employment in the UK you will be required to fulfil the minimum points criteria to be granted a Certificate of Sponsorship under the requirements of the Skilled Worker visa.  At the time an offer of appointment is made, you will be asked to demonstrate that you fulfil the criteria in respect of qualification and competency in English. For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. Please do not hesitate to contact Grant Rae, HR Adviser (e-mail: [email protected] ) for further information.

 

To apply online for this position visit www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs

 

Job Reference Number:  IMS282R

 

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 06 May 2024

 

The School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring.  Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.

Requirements

Research Field

Chemistry » Biochemistry

Education Level

Bachelor Degree or equivalent

Research Field

Biological sciences » Biology

Education Level

Bachelor Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

1st class or 2.1 Honour Degree or equivalent in or equivalent in Biochemistry, Microbiology,
Biotechnology, Molecular Biology or related discipline.

Specific Requirements

1st class or 2.1 Honour Degree or equivalent in biochemistry, microbiology, molecular biology, biotechnology, or related discipline Be in the first 4 years (full-time equivalent) of their research careers and not yet have been awarded a doctorate

To have carried out a laboratory project as part of their undergraduate degree

Ambitious and highly motivated Evidence of good intellectual skills Ability and motivation to work independently as well as collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team Ability to think independently Excellent attitude and commitment to work Good oral and written communication skills Willingness to actively participate in research and other training as part of PhD, University requirements, and requirements of the PHABB consortium Be willing and able to perform secondments or participate in training programs at the facilities of other consortium members.

Must meet eligibility criteria for the European Commission’s Marie Curie Doctoral  Network. Must not have lived in the UK for more than 12 months in the last 3 years. Flexible approach towards work.

 

Desireable:    MSc in biochemistry, microbi… by Work, HayleyWork, Hayley10:49

Desireable: 

 

MSc in biochemistry, microbiology, molecular biology, biotechnology or related discipline Presented work at conferences. Publication record

Laboratory experience in biochemistry, microbiology, molecular biology or biotechnology sciences. Knowledge and experience of metabarcoding sequencing and purification techniques.

Enthusiasm to develop an independent research career Strong organisational skills Ability to meet targets

Willingness to work non-standard hours if necessary.

 

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Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Good

Research Field

Chemistry » Biochemistry

Years of Research Experience

1 – 4

Additional Information
Benefits

Please click on the following link to find out about our company benefits. www.abdn.ac.uk/staffnet/working-here

Eligibility criteria

You must not have resided or carried out your main activity (work, studies, etc.) in the UK for more than twelve months in the three years immediately prior to your recruitment.

 

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

University of Aberdeen

Country

United Kingdom

State/Province

Scotland

City

Aberdeen

Postal Code

AB25 2ZD

Street

Polwarth Building, Foresterhill

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs

Contact

State/Province

Aberdeen

City

Kings College

Website

https://www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs

Street

https://www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs

Postal Code

ab24 3fx

E-Mail

[email protected]

Phone

01224274225

STATUS: EXPIRED