Last Date: 14/01/2024.
At the Peninsula Medical School there is a unique opportunity to be part of and further strengthen our research in Clinical Neuroscience. We work across traditional boundaries and have attracted significant MRC, NIHR, and charity funding. We bring together world-class research strengths of the University of Plymouth and clinical partners. Within Clinical Neuroscience we have a focus on Brain Tumours and Neurodegenerative diseases especially Dementia, Huntington and Parkinson related disorders. The research in these areas ranges from biomedical research to clinical trials.
The position is in translational biomedical research in any of the above areas. You will be based in the state of the art Derriford Research Facility which is close to Derriford Hospital on the North Campus. We are looking for talented and highly motivated applicants with relevant track record. You must have a PhD, postdoctoral experience with a publication tack record and some experience in supervising graduate students. Ideally you have succeeded in generating some grant income.
Although the position is predominantly research-focussed, you will also be expected to contribute to teaching activities within the medical school up to a maximum 30% teaching activity.
This is an exciting chance to be part of a progressive and cutting-edge University in a beautiful location, where you can make a real difference. All activities undertaken within this role need to be in compliance with the University’s Safety Policy and undertaken in a way that demonstrates the University’s commitment to Equality and Diversity for staff, students and partners.
The expected starting date is April 2024.
For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Professor Laura Bowater (Head of School) or Prof Dr C O Hanemann, Associate Head (Research) Peninsula Medical School, via e-mail [email protected] or [email protected]
This is a permanent full-time position working 37 hours a week. This position is based at Derriford Research Facility, Plymouth Science Park, Derriford.
The successful candidate may be required to obtain an ATAS Certificate prior to this research being undertaken.
Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.
We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities.
A relocation package may be available with this role, conditions apply.
The Faculty of Health holds a Silver Athena Swan Award and the University holds a Bronze Athena SWAN Award which recognises commitment to advancing women’s careers in STEMM academia.
Staff appointed within the Faculty of Health may be able to join the NHS pension scheme subject to eligibility criteria.
The University of Plymouth is a diverse, welcoming community where everyone makes a difference and is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. To find out more about our inclusive community, initiatives such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter and our range of benefits / support mechanisms such as flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption leave please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages
We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups such as BAME/BIPOC and LGBT+.
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