ISSF Early Stage Researcher Fellowships in UK

The ISSF at Queen’s University Belfast have five, 2-year fellowship opportunities for candidates in the foundation years of their post-doctoral careers in either ophthalmology or respiratory disease. Candidates applying for these exciting fellowships will be early stage researchers, but with already significant experience, a strong track record relative to career stage and a clear vision of how they will transition to leading an independent research programme by the end of this fellowship.

Queen’s University has generous terms and conditions of employment underpinned by excellent benefits. We also provide attractive well-being, family friendly and other lifestyle benefits. The salary scale for the posts is £32,548 - £38,833 per annum (potential to progress to £42,418 per annum through sustained exceptional contribution) and generous funding is available to assist with research start-up costs.

Job purpose:

To be a highly productive and collaborative member of the research community in the Centre for Experimental Medicine and other
groupings within the Faculty of Medicine Health and Life Sciences, working as part of a Wellcome Trust funded research programme
team to initiate, develop and manage high level research projects in line with the School’s research strategy. The post responsibilities
will include independent research, supervision, planning, day-to-day lab management, collaborations and outreach.

Major duties:

[1] Develop the research activities of the University by sustaining a personal research plan by managing and undertaking research activities in accordance with a specific project plan in the appropriate research team.

[2] Set research targets and goals and programme of implementation; monitoring and managing project finances.

[3] Sustain a high quality publication record by publishing in leading international refereed journals and/or monographs or edited collections and presenting at conferences.

[4] Develop research proposals and funding bids either solely or in collaboration with others including the capacity as principal investigator, if appropriate.

[5] Direct, coach and develop research staff, where appropriate.

[6] Ensure that research projects are completed on time and within budget.

[7] Contribute to the work of the University through limited teaching and associated tasks within own research specialism.

[8] Be responsible for practical work where applicable, and advise students or colleagues on techniques.

[9] Contribute to the University’s outreach strategy by developing external links.

[10] Develop links with relevant research groups, industries and external bodies to encourage technology transfer opportunities and/or create opportunities for future research projects.

[11] Carry out designated administrative duties.

Essential criteria:

[1] A relevant degree with a PhD completed in a relevant subject.

[2] Specific expertise in either of the strategic research areas ophthalmology or respiratory.

[3] Up to 4 years relevant post PhD experience.

[4] Evidence of significant contribution to the chosen area of research, e.g. publications, patents, software development or an impact on policy.

[5] Research interests that are sustainable and which would enhance and complement the research strategy of the University.

[6] Experience of developing research methodologies and devising models, approaches, critiques and methods.

[7] Ability to contribute to the wider administration and management processes of the University.

[8] Sufficient breadth and knowledge of qualitative and/or quantitative research methods and techniques relevant to the type of research undertaken.

[9] Experience, achievement and growing reputation in the discipline.

[10] Strong analytical capability.

[11] Ability to contribute to the University’s outreach programs.

[12] Ability to communicate complex information effectively.

[13] Ability to manage resources.

[14]Ability to work independently with a high level of self-motivation while working as part of a wider team.