Research Fellow (Genomics Research Scientist) - Institute of Cancer and Genomic Sciences - 1040[...]

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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:

765976bcea30

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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.