Overview
Join to apply for the Research Assistant role at The University of Edinburgh. Part time: 21 hours per week. Fixed Term: 1 November 2028. Grade UE06: £34,610 to £39,906 per annum pro rata. The project is based in the CSE / School of Biological Sciences / Institute of Molecular Plant Sciences, in the lab of Dr Sandy Hetherington (The Molecular Palaeobotany and Evolution Group).
Responsibilities
* Lead efforts to generate 3D reconstructions of fossil plants to characterise the evolution of phyllotaxis, using CT data.
* Create new 3D reconstructions and manipulate these datasets to investigate leaf arrangement.
* Collaborate with lab members who are generating 3D reconstructions to provide advice, support and training on computer software for 3D segmentation.
Your Skills And Attributes For Success
* A degree in appropriate subject area or experience of 3D segmentation and visualisation.
* Experience generating 3D digital reconstructions of plants.
* Experience manipulating 3D reconstructions for phyllotaxis analysis.
* Ability to work in a team and provide advice, support and training for digital segmentation and visualisation.
As a valued member of our team you can expect
* A competitive salary.
* An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
* To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
* Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, competitive pension schemes, staff discounts, and family-friendly initiatives.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
The University holds a Silver Athena SWAN award and is committed to equality and inclusion. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions.
Right to work
Prior to employment you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. The University does not sponsor for this role; international workers must have an alternative right to work in the UK.
Key dates
The closing date for applications is 20 October 2025. The closing time is 11:59pm GMT. If applying outside the UK, times adjust to the local time zone.
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