Research Coordinator (Fixed Term) Internal Applicants Only
The Pathogen Dynamics Unit, located within the Department of Genetics in central Cambridge, is looking to recruit a full-time Research Coordinator to join our growing team of researchers carrying out wet lab and mathematical, computational and field research in the field of infectious disease dynamics.
The Pathogen Dynamics Unit brings together the research groups of Dr Kate Baker, Dr Charlotte Houldcroft and Professor Henrik Salje and uses mathematical, computational, field and laboratory research to help our understanding of how pathogens spread in populations; assessing control efforts and supporting public policy development. The Unit works closely with an established network of collaborators and field-based epidemiologists working across laboratories, hospitals, and public health agencies.
This is a busy and varied role supporting the coordination of research staff and activities across domestic and international projects related to dengue, COVID-19, shigellosis and other infectious diseases. Suitable candidates should be highly organised and able to manage competing priorities under minimal supervision. Experience of conducting wet lab experiments and an understanding of the safety aspects of wet labs, as well as sustainable science initiatives would be an advantage. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are required for communicating with staff and students at all levels as well as external collaborators. Additional information about the responsibilities of this post can be found in the Further Particulars document below.
Please note, as we are looking to fill the role as soon as possible we require candidates with existing knowledge of our research grants and financial processes, the vacancy is therefore open to internal applicants only.
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 12 months in the first instance.
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For informal enquiries about the role please contact Professor Henrik Salje hs743@cam.ac.uk
Please quote reference PC46296 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
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