Job Purpose

You will contribute to clinical research projects focused on improving the understanding and management of osteoporotic vertebral fracture in individuals with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) and enhancing bone density scanning for non-ambulant patients with DMD and other neuromuscular conditions. The successful candidate will report to Dr. Jarod Wong and work closely with other researchers in the team to support the coordination of a multi-centre retrospective study on vertebral fracture in DMD and contribute to ongoing research efforts aimed to improve DXA scanning in non-ambulant individuals with a neuromuscular condition in a mixed model study. The postholder will also have an opportunity to engage in predictive modelling and/or qualitative research, such as interviews and focus groups, depending on their expertise and interests.

In addition, they will be expected to contribute to the preparation of research publications and funding proposals, as to assist in managing and directing this complex and challenging project with the wider research team.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Perform the following activities in conjunction with and under the guidance of the Principal/Co Investigator:

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. Engage in continuing professional development activities as appropriate.

11.   Undertake any other duties of equivalent standing as assigned by the Head of School/Director of Research Institute.

12.   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

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential:

A1 SCQF Level 10 (Honours degree) in a relevant subject or a cognate discipline, or equivalent.

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.

B2 Up to date certificate in Good Clinical Practice for Research

Skills

Essential:

C1 Project or subject specific skills

C2 Research creativity and cross-discipline collaborative ability as appropriate.
C3 Excellent communication skills (oral and written), including public presentations and ability to communicate complex data/concepts clearly and concisely

C4 Excellent interpersonal skills including team working and a collegiate approach
C5 Appropriate workload/time/project/budget/people management skills

C6 Extensive IT and data analysis/interpretation skills as appropriate.
C7 Self motivation, initiative and independent thought/working

C8 Problem solving skills including a flexible and pragmatic approach

Desirable

D1 Expertise in advanced predictive modelling and statistical methodologies

D2 Expertise in conducting and interpreting qualitative research

Experience

Essential:

E1 Sufficient relevant research experience (or equivalent) appropriate to an early career researcher

E2 Experience of scientific writing and evidence of an emerging track record of publications in a relevant field E3 Data/statistical analysis related to research projects

E4 Experience in clinical research involving human participants including but not limited to coordination of multi-centre clinical research.

E5 Clinical or research experience especially in neuromuscular conditions or bone health/osteoporosis

Desirable:

F1 An emerging national or international reputation

Please note that as part of your application you must address and demonstrate how you meet EACH of the essential/desirable criteria.

Terms and Conditions

Salary will be Grade 6, £33,482 - £37,174 per annum pro rata.

This post is part-time (21 hours per week), and open ended with funding available for up to 3 years.

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 : 8 July 2025 at 23:45