Research Assistant Structural

Overview

Posted 13 January 2026
• Salary £33,951-£37,694 per annum
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Location:

Glasgow
• Job Type: Research and Teaching
• Reference: 190394
• Expiry: 02 February 2026 at 23:45

Job Purpose

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

The applicant will make essential contributions to a research programme focused on understanding the assembly of the T. gondii mitochondrial ribosome on a structural and evolutionary level.

A successful candidate will have proven skills in structural biology and a working understanding of cryo-electron microscopy. They will be self-motivated in designing and executing experiments, with a proven track record in most of the following techniques: cell culture, protein purification as well as electron cryo-microscopy sample preparation, screening and collections.

• Plan and conduct assigned research individually or jointly in accordance with the project deliverables and project/group/School/College research strategy.
• Document research output including analysis and interpretation of all data, maintaining records and databases, drafting technical/progress reports and papers as appropriate.
• 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 refereed journals, enhancing the research impact in terms of economic/societal benefit, and gathering indicators of esteem.
• 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.
• Contribute to the identification of potential funding sources and assist in the development of proposals to secure funding from internal and external bodies to support future research.
• Collaborate with colleagues and participate in team/group/meetings/seminars/workshops across the research Group/School/College/University and wider community.
• 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.
• Perform administrative tasks related to the activities of the research group and School, including Budgets/Expenditure.
• Carry out modest teaching activities (e.g. demonstrating) and associated admin as assigned by the Head of School and in consultation with the Principal Investigator.
• Keep up to date with current knowledge and recent advances in the field/discipline.
• Engage in continuing professional development activities as appropriate.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the Head of School/Director of Research Institute.
• 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

• A1 SCQF Level 10 [Honours degree] in a relevant subject or a cognate discipline, or equivalent specialist theoretical and practical knowledge of structural biology
• A2 A comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of the wider subject area or subject specialism

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

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

Essential:

• E1 Sufficient relevant…