Job Overview
Research Project Support Officer – School of Environmental & Natural Sciences, Bangor University (Fixed‑term, full‑time). Salary: £30,805 – £37,174 p.a. (Grade 6). Contract until 30 April 2027. The post is funded by Cancer Research Wales.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
* Provide desk‑based research support to the team, including data collection, data entry, literature searches and assistance with the design and implementation of research.
* Analyse publicly available gene‑expression data for primary tumours, metastases, and non‑tumour tissues, with a focus on the Hox family of transcription factors.
* Assist with statistical analyses of data and support the preparation of materials for publication, conferences and stakeholder presentations.
* Participate in the administration of the research project: arranging meetings, monitoring financial controls, gathering invoices, and preparing financial reports.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
* Participate in performance reviews and developmental activities.
* Comply with University equal opportunities policies, Dignity at Work, Study Policy, Welsh Language Policy and Welsh Language Standards.
* Uphold health and safety responsibilities and comply with all relevant policies and risk assessments.
* Adhere to all applicable legal and financial procedures and requirements.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications / Training
* Undergraduate degree in a relevant biological science.
Desirable Qualifications / Training
* Postgraduate degree in a relevant subject area.
Essential Experience / Knowledge
* Experience in bioinformatic analyses of gene‑expression data.
* Experience in data collection, entry, literature searches, research design and statistical analyses.
* Demonstrated knowledge and interest in areas related to the post.
Desirable Experience / Knowledge
* Analysis of cancer gene‑expression data or human gene‑expression data in general.
* Familiarity with cancer biology and cancer gene‑expression databases.
Essential Skills / Abilities
* Good verbal and written communication.
* Excellent computer skills, including R and/or Python.
* Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
* Strong analytical skills and ability to present results appropriately.
* Team‑working aptitude.
* Positive engagement in a bilingual environment; no specific Welsh language requirement.
Desirable Skills / Abilities
* Familiarity with High Performance Computing infrastructure and Linux environments.
Equal Opportunities Statement
The University is committed to equality and diversity, promoting an inclusive working environment and ensuring all applications are treated equally. We comply with Welsh Language Standards and hold a Silver award under the Athena SWAN Gender Equality charter. We are a Disability Confident employer.
Employment Conditions
All offers are subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK and satisfactory references. Candidates must provide evidence of right to work and may be required to apply for an ATAS certificate prior to starting. Applicants may be considered for redeployment if suitable.
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