Total 124 Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in Scotland, UK

Grade UE07: £40,247 to £47,874 per annum
CMVM / Institute for Regeneration and Repair / Centre for Inflammation Research
Full-time: 35 hours per week
Fixed Term: 3 years

We are looking for a highly-motivated, creative and organised Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join the newly‑formed, Wellcome Trust-funded Mirchandani Lab within the Centre for Inflammation Research and Institute for Regeneration & Repair to study the impact of hypoxia on monocyte biology and ontogeny in context of critical illness.

This post is advertised as full-time (35 hours per week); however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns.

The Opportunity:

This is a 3‑year post, full‑time Postdoctoral Research position to work in the group of Dr. Ananda Mirchandani. The Postdoctoral Fellow role will offer a unique mix of utilising and developing inter‑disciplinary scientific techniques, performing cutting‑edge scientific research, and establishing managerial and leadership capabilities. This post is funded by a Wellcome Trust Career Development Award (£3.1 million, 2024‑2033).

Your skills and attributes for success:

A 1st class or 2:1 degree in Immunology or related subject
with relevant post-graduate research experience and accumulated knowledge

A PhD in Immunology or associated subject or equivalent professional qualification and/or experience in the field of Immunology
Proficient in tissue harvesting, digestion and advanced (>12 parameter) flow cytometric analysis and FACS-purification of immune cells from multiple tissues in animal (mouse) models of inflammatory disease.
Generation of bone marrow chimeric mice and adoptive transfer of immune cells.
Proficient in molecular biology techniques such as preparation of material for transcriptional profiling

Short summary

The Quantitative Stem Cell Biology lab, headed by Dr Silvia Santos, is seeking a Senior Laboratory Research Scientist (SLRS). The successful candidate will investigate spatio-temporal control of cell division and cell cycle remodelling during cellular differentiation using 2D and 3D stem cell-based models of human gastrulation. The postholder will drive a research project and contribute to collaborative projects within the lab. The postholder will benefit from excellent mentorship and training.

The research group
The Quantitative Stem Cell Biology lab, headed by Dr Silvia Santos, was established in 2018 at the Francis Crick Institute. The lab’s primary focus is understanding cell decision-making. Current areas of research include understanding regulatory mechanism regulating cell fate specification, cell cycle remodeling during cellular differentiation and the interplay between metabolism, cell cycle and cell fate. There is a strong focus on single cell analysis and advanced live cell imaging. The lab uses a variety of model systems: mouse and human embryonic stem cells (ESC), 3D organoid models of mouse and human development and mouse embryos.
The team is multi-disciplinary, diverse and currently composed of three PhD students, two post-doctoral fellow and one principal laboratory research scientist. The Santos lab promotes independent and creative thinking and all members are committed to providing excellent training and mentorship.
For more information on the Quantitative Stem Cell Biology lab please see:
https://www.crick.ac.uk/research/labs/silvia-santos.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead specific research project under the Group Leader’s supervision
• Participate in collaborative projects
• Attend and participate in group meetings and key Crick seminars
• Keep accurate records of all work carried out
• Train more junior colleagues when appropriate
• Contribute to the preparation of scientific manuscripts
• Contribute to the lab hESC feeding rota
• Contribute to the collegial, positive and motivating lab atmosphere


Find out what benefits the Crick has to offer:

For more information on our great pay and benefits package please click here: https://www.crick.ac.uk/careers-and-study/life-at-the-crick/pay-and-benefits

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:

We welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities, regardless of ethnicity, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, pregnancy, age, disability, or civil partnership, marital or family status. We particularly welcome applications from people who are Minority Ethnic as they are currently underrepresented in the Crick at this level.

Diversity is essential to excellence in scientific endeavour. It increases breadth and perspective, leading to more innovation and creativity. We want the Crick to be a place where everyone feels valued and where diversity is celebrated and seen as part of the foundation for our Institute’s success.

The Crick is committed to creating equality of opportunity and promoting diversity and inclusivity. We all share in the responsibility to actively promote dignity, respect, inclusivity and equal treatment and it is our aim to ensure that these principles are reflected and implemented in all strategies, policies and practices.

Read more on our website: https://www.crick.ac.uk/careers-and-study/life-at-the-crick/equality-diversity-and-inclusion

Grade UE06: £33,882 to £39,105 per annum
College of Science and Engineering / School of Physics and Astronomy
Full time: 35 hours per week
Open-ended: permanent post

We are looking for a Research Support Officer to provide pre- and post- award support for research projects and grant applications in the School. You will take a leading role in monitoring expenditure against available funds, providing recommendations to Principal Investigators on how to optimise use of available funds, ensuring compliance with funder regulations.

The School of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Edinburgh is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce, and eliminating discrimination. The School strives to create a more diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace for all and we are looking to actively diversify our staff. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and in particular encourage applications from people of colour, women, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ people and other minority and under-represented groups. We aim to ensure that our culture and systems support flexible and family-friendly working, as evidenced by our Juno Champion and Athena SWAN Silver awards.



Your skills and attributes for success:

High levels of numeracy and accuracy;
Strong financial management skills;
Experience of research grant management;
Ability to work independently, and prioritise a busy workload;
Good time management and organisational skills;
Good communication and interpersonal skills and ability to use tact and diplomacy.

The Institute of Development Studies is seeking to recruit a Research Fellow to join the Digital & Technology Cluster and be responsible for directly producing high quality research, exhibiting an approach of ‘engaged excellence’, and through this work also contribute to the teaching and training, advisory and/or influencing activities of the Institute.

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Grade UE05: £28,879 to £33,232 per annum
Business School / CAHSS
Full time: 35 hours per week
Open ended: Permanent

The Opportunity:

This role works as part of the PGR Support team in the delivery of administration for postgraduate research programmes and related activities, within the Business School’s strategic objectives of high quality research programmes and an excellent student experience.

The role supports a variety of activities across postgraduate research administration, including admissions, course administration and programme support.

Your skills and attributes for success:

Good communication and interpersonal skills, both in writing and in person
An understanding and care for excellent customer service/student experience
Able to plan own activities and tasks, with well-developed organisational, time management and prioritisation skills
Resourcefulness with a proactive approach to seeking out information to ensure effective, accurate task completion
Experience working within systems, software packages and processes

Grade UE06: £33,882 to £39,105 per annum, pro rata if part time
Institute of Ecology and Evolution / School of Biological Sciences / College of Sciences and Engineering
Full time: 35 hours per week
Fixed Term: for 24 months (Start date 1st March 2025)

We are looking for a Research Technician in Temporal Genomics and Metagenomics

This post is advertised as full-time (35 hours per week), however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking an experienced research technician (RT) who will plan and carry out experimental work on museum specimens from various mammals and their associated microbiomes, as well as contribute to the efficient day-to-day running of the ancient DNA lab. The main job purpose is to assist with ongoing research on (meta)genomics of population declines, working with multiple mammalian species from around the world. This will involve extracting DNA from historical samples using ancient DNA techniques in the specialised environment of the ancient DNA lab, constructing next generation sequencing libraries, and performing quality checks. Contribution to sampling in the natural history museums and data analysis is possible. We therefore require a candidate with a graduate or postgraduate degree in a relevant field.

Your skills and attributes for success:

Molecular wet lab experience, in particular with DNA extraction and next generation library preparation
Excellent time management and organisational skills, great attention to detail
Providing training and supervision to both students and other lab members and supporting their experimental work
Experience working with degraded samples or ancient DNA molecular work

REGIUS CHAIR OF MEDICAL SCIENCE, UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH
Grade ACN4: £96,963 to £128,841 per year
College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine
Full time: 40 hours per week
Open ended: Permanent

Applications are invited for the University’s prestigious Regius Chair of Medical Science, which is vacant following the retirement of Sir John Savill.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding medical scientist to the post. The major remit of the role is to provide outward-facing integrated strategic leadership in medical research and innovation, supporting the University’s 2030 strategic plan and the vision for developing the University’s BioQuarter as the UK’s leading Health Innovation District. This role complements CMVMs expert Deans to bring together a transformative vision across disciplines that will help college grow and shape our research capability to achieve maximal impact and societal benefit.

The postholder will report to the Head of College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine and support the College Dean of Research. The Regius Chair will be a member of the College Senior Leadership Team and member of the College Research Committee.

We anticipate NHS Lothian will offer an honorary consultant contract for applicants who remain clinically active.

We welcome applications from everyone irrespective of gender or ethnic group. As women and members of ethnic minorities are currently under-represented in posts at this level we particularly encourage applications from members of these groups.

Informal Enquiries can be made, in confidence to Professor David Argyle, Head of College and Vice Principal for Medicine and Veterinary Medicine (David.argyle@ed.ac.uk).

We encourage all applicants to apply online at www.jobs.ed.ac.uk. The application process is quick and easy to follow, and you will receive email confirmation of safe receipt of your application. The online system allows you to submit a CV.

a full academic CV, including your contributions to supporting the wider research system; and
a covering letter (of no more than two A4 pages) outlining your interest in, and vision for, the role.
Your skills and attributes for success:

Clinically Qualified in Medicine but with a good understanding of the pathways from basic science to translational clinical delivery.
Internationally respected personal research record in the area of medical science and translation. Ideally with impactful research spanning from bench to clinic.
Exceptional strategic medical research leadership experience and impact at national level.
Record of engaging successfully with major UK research funders, with government(s), policy makers and industry

The Development Prospect Research team is responsible for leading the prospect research and due diligence function for the Department as well as the preparation of due diligence considerations for Tate’s Ethics Committee. The team also leads on prospect management strategy, monitoring the allocation of prospect pools for individual fundraisers and tracking activities. Alongside undertaking research profiles for all prospects, the team also is responsible for briefing notes for key cultivation events and provides Department-wide sector and global socio-economic insights.

We are looking for a Prospect Research Manager to provide high quality, robust and relevant research. You will also conduct due diligence, deliver training, and identify new prospects for priority projects with a focus on high value fundraising.
Previous prospect research experience and strong writing skills will be central to help you manage a varied workload. You will be able to work independently as well as part of a team and bring a highly organised and flexible approach to the role.

Grade UE07- £40, 247- £47,874

College of Science & Engineering- School of Engineering

Full Time: 35 hours per week

Fixed Term: 46 months



The Opportunity:

This exciting position is supporting the new Centre for Net Zero High Density Buildings (CeNZ-HighDB) within the Green Materials, Building Performance and Building Archetypes by contributing with the research and development, outreach and industry partner collaboration across a portfolio of projects. A primary aim of the Centre is to accelerate the green economy outcomes and impacts for the built environment and construction sector to deliver net zero.

Supporting the development of projects under the Green Materials, Building Performance and Building Archetypes TWG of the Centre, the role holder will help to deliver funded projects between the university and industry partners, within the remit of the TWG. The post-holder will report to the TWG Academic Lead to develop projects that involve the thermal performance of buildings, including energy efficiency, green thermal materials and products, carbon emission reduction methods and delivery initiatives in the retrofit of existing buildings through the archetype approach. This PDRA post, is contracted by the School of Engineering and based at the Edinburgh Futures Institute (EFI) aligned to the Centre for Future Infrastructure (CFI). The individual will work in close collaboration with other PDRA’s of different TWG’s of the Centre to form a research and management community.

This post is full-time (35 hours per week) over 46 months, however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns. We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working.



Your skills and attributes for success:

Experience in Scottish/ UK building methods of construction, including heritage and conservation typologies,
Knowledge in the thermal performance of building components, materials and products,
Appreciation of the research and development of green materials and products, primarily for use in the reduction of heat loss in buildings,
Ability to collaborate in a research and project management capacity with Scottish and/ or UK companies,
Experience in the carbon emissions and energy reduction methods in existing buildings built in Scotland/ UK.

Science Administration Manager

Short summary
The Service Delivery Manager manages a team of Science Operations Administrators across multiple floors. The team are the first point of contact for our science colleagues for all operational queries and are required to resolve or co-ordinate their resolution.
You will work alongside two other Service Delivery Managers in developing and managing the administration teams to ensure that all administration is co-ordinated, processes are developed, monitored, followed and continuously assessed to ensure that the team are providing the highest level of operational support to the science. It requires an experienced professional in business support and administration who has developed management skills, thrives in a busy and changing environment.


Key Responsibilities
• To be responsible for developing, managing and overseeing all aspects of the co-ordination of administrative service delivery by being the first point of contact, and source of expertise to Group leaders and Scientific Technology Platform (STP) leads for the administration of the full lifecycle of their research projects.
• To identify opportunities to continually improve processes and contribute to the implementation of proposed solutions including implementing, managing, and improving administrative processes by creating templates, standard approaches across the floors, guidance documents, workflows processes, management information and service level agreements.
• To line manage, induct, and develop the Science Operations Administrators across multiple floors.
• To provide project support to senior staff as required, including arranging meetings and acting as the point of contact between external collaborators, operational teams and research staff.
• To provide strategic input into staff resource planning to ensure appropriate level of resources are available to each group/STP at all times.
• To generate and deliver timely and accurate reports as required.
• To act as first point of contact for any concerns raised by the Group Leaders/ STP leads


Find out what benefits the Crick has to offer:

For more information on our great pay and benefits package please click here: https://www.crick.ac.uk/careers-and-study/life-at-the-crick/pay-and-benefits

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:

We welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities, regardless of ethnicity, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, pregnancy, age, disability, or civil partnership, marital or family status. We particularly welcome applications from people who are Minority Ethnic as they are currently underrepresented in the Crick at this level.

Diversity is essential to excellence in scientific endeavour. It increases breadth and perspective, leading to more innovation and creativity. We want the Crick to be a place where everyone feels valued and where diversity is celebrated and seen as part of the foundation for our Institute’s success.

The Crick is committed to creating equality of opportunity and promoting diversity and inclusivity. We all share in the responsibility to actively promote dignity, respect, inclusivity and equal treatment and it is our aim to ensure that these principles are reflected and implemented in all strategies, policies and practices.

Read more on our website: https://www.crick.ac.uk/careers-and-study/life-at-the-crick/equality-diversity-and-inclusion

Job Summary:

We are seeking a knowledgeable Data Protection Officer to ensure our company adheres to legal standards and in-house data protection policies. The ideal candidate will manage our data privacy and protection function, ensuring compliance with GDPR and other data protection laws.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and implement the company’s data protection strategy and policies.
- Ensure compliance with GDPR and other data protection laws.
- Monitor data processing activities and conduct data protection impact assessments.
- Coordinate with other departments to establish and maintain data privacy protocols.
- Provide advice and instructions on data protection impact assessments (DPIAs).
- Stay updated on changes to relevant data protection laws.
- Serve as the point of contact between the company and Supervisory Authorities.
- Train and educate staff on data protection measures.
- Handle queries from data subjects regarding personal data and privacy.

Qualifications:

- Proven experience as a Data Protection Officer or in a similar role.
- In-depth knowledge of GDPR and national data protection laws.
- Familiarity with privacy and security risk assessment and best practices.
- Proficient in IT and information security.
- Excellent understanding of data processing operations and IT systems.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
- Attention to detail and confidentiality.
- Professional certification in data protection (e.g., CIPP, CIPM, CIPT) is a plus.

Job Summary:

Ensures that an organization complies with all relevant laws and regulations. This role involves monitoring legislative activities, developing compliance strategies, and representing the organization in interactions with government entities.

Responsibilities:

Monitoring and Influencing Legislation: Keep track of legislative and regulatory activities at local, state, and federal levels.
Strategic Planning: Develop and implement strategies to advance the organization’s mission and objectives with the government.
Research and Analysis: Conduct research on public policy, legal statutes, and proposed legislation.
Representation: Represent the organization in meetings and public hearings with government officials and other stakeholders.
Communication: Prepare and present reports to senior management on the status of government relations and legislative initiatives.
Networking: Maintain an effective network of contacts within government and related organizations.
Advising Executives: Brief executives on policy changes and political issues that might impact the organization.

Qualifications:

Education: A bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Law, Public Administration, or a related field. Advanced degrees can be beneficial.
Proven experience as a Governmental Regulations Officer or in a similar role.
Skills: Strong understanding of government processes, excellent communication and negotiation skills, analytical and problem-solving abilities

Grade UE07 £40,247- £47,874

College of Science & Engineering- School of GeoSciences

Full Time: 35 hours per week

Fixed-term: 2 Years


The Opportunity:

We are seeking a 24 month post-doctoral research associate in modelling multihazard cascades in the Himalaya. The position is part of an interdisciplinary project focusing on the dynamic risk generated by sediment cascades from landslides, debris flows and river flooding. Research will focus on a combination of numerical models capable of exploring the interactions between these processes. This post is full-time (35 hours per week), however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns. We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working.


Your skills and attributes for success:

-Ability to run mathematical models and interpret the outputs
-Ability to analyse spatial data
-Up-to-date understanding of hazard and risk
-Ability to communicate complex information clearly, orally and in writing
-Good organisational skills and attention to detail

UE07: £40,247 to £47,874

CSE / Geosciences

Full-time: 35 hours per week

Fixed-term to 31 March 2026

We are looking for exceptional candidates (two vacancies) to develop and refine high quality research projects that deliver research for the wider public good that is likely to provide evidence that will inform decision-making

The Opportunity:

The post-holder/s will work as part of ESRC funded Scottish Centre for Administrative Data Research (SCADR) within a multi-disciplinary team of social scientists, delivery partners in Public Health Scotland, National Record of Scotland, EPCC as well as practitioners from Scottish Government departments. These posts will particularly focus on research into how health and wellbeing is produced over someone’s life course and through their interaction with particular places and environments as aligned with the Scottish Government National Outcomes.

This post is full-time (35 hours per week), however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns. We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working. Please note this is a fixed term contract until 31 March 2026 and likely to be extended.

Your skills and attributes for success:

A PhD in a social science or health discipline with a large statistical and data analytical component.
Proven methodological competence in a range of advanced quantitative methods including advanced statistical modelling and longitudinal analysis, and experience of using appropriate software packages.
Demonstrable ability to interpret, explain, present and communicate the results of quantitative data analysis to different audiences and an interest in communicating research findings to a wide range of stakeholders (including for training activities provided by SCADR).
A track record of producing and contributing to high quality scientific publications.

UE07- £40,247- £47,874 per annum

CMVM/Edinburgh Medical School/Deanery of Biomedical Sciences/Centre Discovery Brain Sciences

Full-time- 35 hours per week

Fixed-Term- 2 years


The Opportunity:

To contribute to the programme of world-leading research in the Simons Initiative for the Developing brain, using whole cell patch clamp electrophysiological assessment of rat models of ASD/ID as well as in vivo expression of viral vectors to determine cell-type specific functional properties.

This post is full-time (35 hours per week); however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns.

The salary for this post is £40,247 to £47,874 per annum.


Your skills and attributes for success:

-A PhD in Neuroscience or related discipline
-Expertise in relevant approaches and models, analytical techniques and methods.
-Expertise in single-cell electrophysiology (whole-cell patch-clamp) in rodent brain slices
-Excellence performing and analysing in vitro and in vivo physiology experiments in rodents to investigate the cortex or hippocampus.
-Experience in performing intracranial stereotaxic injections in adolescent rats.