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Research Fellow (Genomics Research Scientist) - Institute of Cancer and Genomic Sciences - 104076 - Grade 7, united kingdom
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University of Birmingham
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Other
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Yes
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Job Reference:
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14
Posted:
29.04.2025
Expiry Date:
13.06.2025
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Job Description:
Summary
* You will take a lead role in the research development of several assays including but not limited to the analysis of liquid biopsy material using a variety of methodologies.
* You will plan & carry out associated experiments including but not limited to cell free sequencing design, methylation analysis and panel sequencing.
* Work within specified research grants and projects and contribute to writing bids.
* Operate within area of specialism.
* Analyse and interpret research findings and results.
* Contribute to generating funding.
* Contribute to licensing or spin out deals with demonstrated commercial success (such as revenues, asset or company sales, IP generated) and/or public understanding of the discipline or similar.
* Mentor and support other laboratory group members with their research aims.
Main Duties
The responsibilities may include some but not all of the responsibilities outlined below.
* Develop genomic assays to robust standard suitable for a genomic service.
* Assist with the delivery of the genomic research aims within the Beggs group.
* Develop research objectives and proposals for own or joint research, with assistance of a mentor if required.
* Contribute to writing bids for research funding.
* Analyse and interpret data.
* Apply knowledge in a way which develops new intellectual understanding.
* Disseminate research findings for publication, research seminars etc.
* Supervise students on research related work and provide guidance to PhD students where appropriate to the discipline.
* Contribute to developing new models, techniques and methods.
* Undertake management/administration arising from research.
* Contribute to Departmental/School research-related activities and research-related administration.
* Contribute to enterprise, business development and/or public engagement activities of manifest benefit to the College and the University, often under supervision of a project leader.
* Collect research data; this may be through a variety of research methods, such as scientific experimentation, literature reviews, and research interviews.
* Present research outputs, including drafting academic publications or parts thereof, for example at seminars and as posters.
* Provide guidance, as required, to support staff and any students who may be assisting with the research.
* Deal with problems that may affect the achievement of research objectives and deadlines.
* Promotes equality and values diversity acting as a role model and fostering an inclusive working culture.
Person Specification
* First Degree in area of specialism and a PhD (or near to completion) relevant to research area or equivalent qualifications.
* Significant experience with several genomic methodologies including cell free DNA manipulation, Illumina sequencing, nanopore sequencing, and qPCR.
* Ability to communicate complex information clearly, to write clearly for a variety of audiences.
* You should have the ability to work successfully in a fast-moving work environment which requires daily multi-tasking and decision making, and the ability to forward plan and meet deadlines on longer-term projects.You will be able to drive forward new initiatives and developments with a minimum of supervision.
* Experience of next generation sequencing experiments, genomics, and familiarity with the main sequencing technologies.
* High level analytical capability, to produce and analyse source material, information, and data.
* Highly proficient IT skills, including the MS Office and website editing software. You should be confident and able to quickly learn new IT skills and software packages as required.
* Ability to develop collaborative working relationships with senior members of staff and external stakeholders, and of managing diverse key stakeholder relationships to achieve common goals to a high standard.
* Authoritative knowledge of the work practices, processes, and procedures relevant to the role.
* Knowledge of the protected characteristics of the Equality Act 2010, and how to actively ensure in day-to-day activity in own area that those with protected characteristics are treated equally and fairly.
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