Research Associate

Faculty/Directorate

Faculty of Health, Science, Social Care & Education

School/Function

School of Life Sciences, Pharmacy and Chemistry

Contract type

Fixed Term Contract

The Role

This EU funded project will bring together leading researchers, healthcare professionals and industry partners from across several European countries. The main outcome of this project is to design and develop improved technologies to address the ongoing challenges of accurate and early detection of cancer, recurrence and treatment success/failure. You will work closely with PI and Co-PI to deliver on all the work packages contracted to Kingston University.

This role will take us to the end of the project (March 31, 2024) and will include supporting data collection, analysis, manuscript preparation/submission and report writing.

The Person

We are looking for an experienced researcher who can work independently and as part of a team. An undergraduate qualification in a related subject is essential. Experience in healthcare research and its dissemination is desirable. The successful candidate will be working closely with the PI and INCISIVE research associate to deliver the KU contractual work on the INCISVE project .

The Faculty

School of Life Sciences, Pharmacy and Chemistry

Employability, practical skills and life skills – these are the three core areas of focus in the School of Life Sciences, Pharmacy and Chemistry at Kingston University. We live in a world where there is so much information out there about vital subjects such as cancer biology, pharmacy and sport and nutrition, but it is the real world application of these areas of study that really makes our school stand out. Join us and you will become part of a team of more than 100 academics, working across functions to provide a rich and diverse educational experience. You will be part of a group that instils the importance of critical thinking, leadership skills and the personal touch for our ambitious students.

We have invested heavily in the development of new facilities, with our laboratories providing access to ultra-modern equipment and teaching facilities in areas such as biochemistry, biotechnology, cell and molecular biology, immunology, microbiology, nutrition, pharmacology, sport science (including biomechanics and an environmental testing chamber), chemical synthesis and analysis, pharmaceutics, specialist labs for pharmacy practice, pharmaceutical science and chemistry, a forensic scene-of-crime house and a pharmacy dispensing simulation suite.

Further information

This is a part time (29.60 hours per week), fixed term position available for 5 months with a starting salary of £30,116.80 per annum (80% pro rata to £37,646 per annum).

Interviews are expected to take place on Monday 30 October 2023.

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Sherine El Nabhani , Associate Professor.

Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are – so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme. 

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