Job Purpose

We are seeking a highly motivated researcher to join our team and contribute to the broad spectrum of stroke research studies led by Professor Terry Quinn, Professor of Geriatric Medicine, and Consultant Stroke Physician, Glasgow Royal Infirmary.

As a stroke researcher in the team, you will be required to co-ordinate and conduct several studies within the stroke portfolio. Additionally, you will be responsible for the promotion of research projects to the wider stroke community with the aim of improving participant recruitment to ongoing and future studies.

You must have relevant person facing research experience that demonstrates the appropriate skills for the role. You will have a track record in the planning, coordination and conduct of clinical research along with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work to high standards across a variety of tasks with vigilant regard to scientific and regulatory requirements.

Experience of working with people who have cerebrovascular disease is desirable however training can be provided.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1. Work with members of the team to deliver research projects in line with study protocol, funder requirements and to agreed project milestones.

2. Document and maintain records and databases, drafting technical/progress reports as appropriate.

3. Raise awareness of proposed and current stroke projects within local and also wider stroke networks to drive current research initiatives with the aim of improving participant recruitment numbers.

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. Work with stroke multidisciplinary team towards identification and evaluation of potentially suitable participants for the Stroke Research Network (SRN) project portfolio.

6. When required, carry out clinical aspects of study protocol or liaise effectively with other members of research study team to organise study visits.

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. Act as the main contact for enquiries from participating subjects, prospective subjects, clinical staff and sponsors involved in the studies. This includes responsibility for the maintaining the study's dedicated email account.

11. Provide ongoing advice and information to patients/volunteers with regard to their participation in clinical research in order facilitate effective informed consent.

12. Arrange proper archiving of research data in accordance with the statutory requirements for medical record keeping and the specific requirements of the research study.

13. Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the Head of School/Director of Research Institute.

Please note that as part of your application you must address and demonstrate how you meet each of the essential / desirable criteria point by point. If you do not address each criteria in the format explained you will not be shortlisted for interview.

Knowledge/Qualifications

Essential

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

A2 Knowledge of ICH GCP Guidelines. Medicines for Human Use Legislation (2004) & Research Governance Framework.

A3 Knowledge of clinical research regulations and delivery.

Desirable

B1 Specialist knowledge of stroke and cerebrovascular diseases.

B2 An awarded (or recently submitted or near completion) PhD in subject specialism or equivalent

Skills

Essential

C1 A practical understanding of clinical research methodology, including applicable regulatory requirements, and a proven ability to apply these to the coordination of research studies.

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 Demonstrable excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work using own initiative.

C5 Time management skills and ability to prioritise own workload across sites.

C6 Safe handling, preparation, storage and shipping of biological samples.

C7 Competent in using a broad range of computerised systems, databases and data sources to support project management, improved communications, information and data dissemination.

C8 Planning and organising complex activities which require formulation, adjustment and coordination with other professionals within the organisation.

Desirable

D1 Possess a good understanding of cerebrovascular conditions and treatment regimens with an ability to use this knowledge to screen for eligibility to studies under the stroke portfolio.

D2 Intravenous cannulation/venepuncture.

D3 Safe handling of biological samples, such as blood.

Experience

Essential

E1 Experience working in a research environment in person facing research.

E2 Operational experience within an NHS or University environment working with clinical researchers and/or other health care professionals.

E3 Experience of scientific writing

E4 Proven ability to deliver quality outputs in a timely and efficient manner

E5 Evidence of an emerging track record of high-quality research publications in a relevant field

Desirable

F1 Development and delivery of training to researchers and healthcare professionals.

For informal enquiries regarding this post please contact Professor Terence Quinn Terry.Quinn@glasgow.ac.uk 

Terms and Conditions

Salary will be Grade 6, £33,482- £35,116 per annum pro rata

This position is part time (20 hours per week) and fixed term until 31 March 2026. 

Please note that this post is not 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 part of Team UofG you will be a member of a world changing, inclusive community, which values ambition, excellence, integrity and curiosity.

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 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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