Research Associate (Translational Research)

Contract Type: Fixed Term contract up to March 2025 Applications are invited for a Full-time Research Associate to join the laboratory of Dr Lisa Hill and Dr Hannah Botfield, together with external partners, to develop effective, safe, drop based therapies for sight-threatening diseases, including AMD. This Translational Research project will bring together our drug delivery technologies with new highly targeted immunotherapeutics, which will be assessed by in-vitro, ex-vivo and in-vivo modelling of ocular disease. The candidate will be part of an integrative and multi-disciplinary team of national researchers and clinicians working collaboratively to deliver the project.  Role Summary  Work within specified research grants and/or projects Operate within area of specialism Contribute to publications Main Duties  Collect research data; this may be through a variety of research methods, such as scientific experimentation, literature reviews, and research interviews Analyse research data as directed Present research outputs, including drafting academic publications or parts thereof, for example at seminars and as posters Develop or adapt techniques, models and methods Provide guidance as required to support staff and any students who may be assisting with research Deal with problems that may affect the achievement of research objectives and deadlines Carry out administrative tasks related directly to the delivery of the research Promotes equality and values diversity acting as a role model and fostering an inclusive working culture Person Specification  Degree or equivalent in relevant subject area  Practical experience of applying the relevant skills and techniques Ability to analyse information and communicate effectively Ability to access and organise resources successfully Knowledge of the protected characteristics of the Equality Act 2010, and how to actively ensure in day to day activity in own area that those with protected characteristics are treated equally and fairly Informal enquires can be made to Dr Lisa Hill, email: l.j.hill@bham.ac.uk  Valuing excellence, sustaining investment We value diversity and inclusion at the University of Birmingham and welcome applications from all sections of the community and are open to discussions around all forms of flexible working