Overview
Research Associate & Senior Research Associate in Cardiovascular Interventions
About The Role
The University of Leicester has been awarded £3 million over five years from the British Heart Foundation to develop a new Centre of Research Excellence. Under the leadership of Professor Andre Ng and alongside six Theme Leads, the Centre will build on our world‑leading cardiovascular research across three themes: Discovery, Interventions, and Populations. The role involves working across themes and with related centres of excellence in diabetes research; artificial intelligence, data analytics and modelling; environmental health and sustainability; and ethnic health research to drive world‑leading research and growth. We are seeking both a G7 Research Associate and a G8 Senior Research Associate to work within each of the three themes. The Grade 8 candidates are expected to lead planning and delivery of the research programme and oversee governance; Grade 7 candidates will contribute to the overall research programme. There are two positions available and appointments will be at Research Associate (Grade 7) or Senior Research Associate (Grade 8) depending on experience. Please indicate which post you are applying for in your application questions.
Please find the two job summary forms attached for further details on the particulars of each role.
About You
We seek highly motivated individuals with a PhD or significant equivalent experience in a relevant discipline. For the Grade 7 positions, you will have an emerging track record of delivering research projects on time and be nationally/internationally respected in your field. For the Grade 8 positions, you will have a proven track record with similar abilities. You will have extensive experience in developing and devising research models, theories, techniques and methods, and clear forward plans for sustaining and enhancing the research programme. Experience in securing research funding and managing budgets is essential for an appointment at Grade 8. Join us in translating scientific breakthroughs into diagnostic tests, preventions and life‑saving treatments for patients through a collaborative environment that connects scientists and clinicians to produce patient‑relevant outcomes.
Additional information
Informal enquiries are welcome and should be directed to Natalie Matthewman at leicester_cre@leicester.ac.uk. This role may be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members with prior discussion with your line manager. More information regarding secondments can be found here. The University of Leicester promotes equity, diversity and inclusion and values Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive work. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension, generous annual leave, and opportunities for career development in a supportive environment.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
* Higher Education
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