Research Assistant Computational

University of Glasgow; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Scotland is seeking a post holder to join their School of Infection and Immunity. The position focuses on computational biology and bioinformatics, requiring candidates to possess strong skills in computational techniques and a solid understanding of structural biology. Responsibilities involve conducting research, documenting outputs, and enhancing the university's research profile. This full-time role offers a salary range of £33,951 - £37,694 per annum with generous benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

41 days of leave

pension benefits

flexible working

6-month Sport membership

Qualifications

• Proven skills in computational biology and understanding of structural biology.
• Experience in scripting and programming in Python and Bash.
• Experience of scientific writing and ability to deliver quality outputs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct assigned research conforming to project deliverables.
• Document research output including analysis and interpretation of all data.
• Contribute to the identification of potential funding sources.

Skills

Research creativity

Excellent communication skills

Extensive IT and data analysis skills

Self-motivation and initiative

Problem solving skills

Education

Honours degree in relevant subject or equivalent

PhD in subject specialism or equivalent (desirable)

Job description

Job Purpose

The post holder will join the School of Infection and Immunity, working in the structural biology and bioinformatics researchareas under the supervision of Dr Victor Tobiasson (Principal Investigator).

The applicant will make essential contributions to a research programme focussed on understanding the evolution of macromolecular structures from the phylogenomic perspective as well as contribute to understanding the development of rRNA fragmentation in Myzozoan parasites.

A successful candidate will have proven skills in computational biology and a working understanding of structural biology and evolution. They will be self-motivated in designing and executing experiments, with a proven track record in most of the following techniques, scripting and programming in python and bash, processing of sequencing data, sequence database construction and maintenance, molecular phylogenetics and evolutionary analysis.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

1. Plan and conduct assigned research individually or jointly in accordance with the project deliverables and project/group/School/College research strategy.
2. Document research output including analysis and interpretation of all data, maintaining records and databases, drafting technical/progress reports and papers as appropriate.
3. Develop and enhance your research profile and reputation and that of The University of Glasgow/School/Research Group, including contributing to publications of international quality in high profile/quality refereed journals, enhancing the research impact in terms of economic/societal benefit, and gathering indicators of esteem.
4. Contribute to the presentation of work at international and national conferences, at internal and external seminars, colloquia and workshops to develop and enhance our research profile.
5. Contribute to the identification of potential funding sources and to assist in the development of proposals to secure funding from internal and external bodies to support future research.
6. Collaborate with colleagues and participate in team/ group/ meetings/ seminars/ workshops across the research Group/School/College/University and wider community.
7. Contribute to the organisation, supervision, mentoring and training of undergraduate and/or postgraduate students and less experienced members of the project team to ensure their effective development.
8. Perform administrative tasks related to the activities of the research group and School, including Budgets/Expenditure.
9. Carry out modest Teaching activities [e.g. demonstrating etc] and associated admin as assigned by the Head of School and in consultation with Principal Investigator.
10. Keep up to date with current knowledge and recent advances in the field/discipline.
11. Engage in continuing professional development activities as appropriate.
12. Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the Head of School/Director of Research Institute.
13. Contribute to the enhancement of the University’s international profile in line with the University’s Strategic Plan, Inspiring People Changing The World.

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

Knowledge / Qualifications

Essential:

A1 SCQF Level 10 [Honours degree] in a relevant subject or a cognate discipline, or equivalent specialist theoretical and practical knowledge of computational biology and bioinformatics

A2 A comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of the wider subject area or subject specialism

Desirable

B1 An awarded [or recently submitted or near completion] PhD in subject specialism or equivalent

Skills

Essential:

C1 Project or subject specific skills Research creativity and cross-discipline collaborative ability as appropriate

C2 Excellent communication skills [oral and written], including public presentations and ability to communicate complex data/concepts clearly and concisely

C3 Excellent interpersonal skills including team working and a collegiate approach

C4 Appropriate workload/time/project/budget/people management skills

C5 Extensive IT and data analysis/interpretation skills as appropriate

C6 Self-motivation, initiative and independent thought/working

C7 Problem solving skills including a flexible and pragmatic approach

Experience

Essential:

E1 Sufficient relevant research experience [or equivalent] appropriate to an early career researcher Project or subject specific experience

E2 Experience of scientific writing Proven ability to deliver quality outputs in a timely and efficient manner Evidence of an emerging track record of publications in a relevant field.

Informal enquiries should be directed to Dr Victor Tobiasson, [e-mail]

Terms and Conditions

Salary will be Grade 6, £33,951 - £37,694 per annum.

This post is full-time (35 hours per week) and has funding available until 31 March 2031.

The University of Glasgow has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. If you require a Skilled Worker visa to work in the UK, you will be required to meet the eligibility requirements of the visa route to be assigned a Certificate of Sponsorship.

Please note that this post may be eligible to be sponsored under the Skilled Worker visa route if tradeable points can be used under the Skilled Worker visa rules. For more information please visit: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

1 A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.

2 An excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension - pensions handbook https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/payandpensions/pensions/, benefits and discount packages.

3 A flexible approach to working.

4 A commitment to support your health and wellbeing, including a free 6-month UofG Sport membership for all new staff joining the University https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/staff/healthwellbeing/.

We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/.

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Closing Date: 2 February 2026 at 23:45