Internal Applicants Only - Research Associate in Cardiff

A Research Associate position funded by the MRC is available in the research group of Professors Richard Stanton, Eddie Wang, and Ian Humphreys, in the Division of Infection and Immunity at Cardiff University School of Medicine, based at Heath Park Cardiff. This role will involve examining the ways that antibodies can promote cell-mediated control of SARS-CoV-2 infection through activities such as antibody-dependent cellular cytotoxicity (ADCC). The lab is well funded by the Medical Research Council, National Institute of Health, Biomedical and Biotechnology Research Council, and Wellcome Trust, and regularly publishes high impact research.

Responsibilities:

• To conduct research within Viral Immunology and contribute to the overall research performance of the School and University by the production of measurable outputs including bidding for funding, publishing in national academic journals and conferences, and the recruitment and supervision of postgraduate research students.
• To develop research objectives and proposals for own or joint research including research funding proposals.
• To attend and/or present at conferences/seminars at a local and national level as required.
• To undertake administrative tasks associated with the research project, including the planning and organisation of the project and the implementation of procedures required to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• To prepare research ethics and research governance applications as appropriate.
• To review and synthesise existing research literature within the field.
• To participate in School research activities.
• To build and create networks both internally and externally to the university, to influence decisions, explore future research requirements, and share research ideas for the benefit of research projects.
• To engage effectively with industrial, commercial and public sector organisations, professional institutions, other academic institutions, etc., regionally and nationally to raise awareness of the School's profile, to cultivate strategically valuable alliances, and to pursue opportunities for collaboration across a range of activities.
• To undergo personal and professional development that is appropriate to and which will enhance performance.
• To participate in School administration and activities to promote the School and its work to the wider University and the outside world.
• Any other duties not included above, but consistent with the role.

Requirements / Qualifications:

• Postgraduate degree at PhD level (or nearing completion/submission) in a related subject area or relevant industrial experience.
• An established expertise and proven portfolio of research and/or relevant industrial experience within the following research fields: (i) Antibody-dependent Cellular Cytotoxicity (ADCC) (ii) Virology (iii) Human Monoclonal Antibody isolation/generation/engineering.
• Knowledge of current status of research in specialist field.
• Proven ability to publish in national conferences/other research outputs.
• Knowledge and understanding of competitive research funding to be able to develop applications to funding bodies.
• Proven ability in effective and persuasive communication.
• Ability to supervise the work of others to focus team efforts and motivate individuals.
• Proven ability to demonstrate creativity, innovation and team-working within work.
• Proven ability to work without close supervision.

Desirable Criteria:

• Proven ability to adapt to the changing requirements of the Higher Education community.
• Evidence of ability to participate in and develop both internal and external networks and utilise them to enhance the research activities of the School.

Cardiff University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We therefore welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age. In supporting our employees to achieve a balance between their work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.

Salary: £41,064 - £46,049 per annum (Grade 6). Appointments to roles at Cardiff University are usually made at bottom of scale unless in exceptional circumstances. Cardiff University offers many excellent benefits, including 45 days annual leave (incl bank holidays), local pension scheme, a cycle to work scheme and other travel initiatives, annual increments within the pay scale, and more.