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The CVR is the UK's largest grouping of human and veterinary virologists. Its mission is to carry out multidisciplinary research on viruses and viral diseases of human and animals, and to translate the knowledge gained for the improvement of human and animal health. The CVR has excellent facilities for conducting research in molecular biology and virology located in a purpose-built research building at the Garscube campus of the University of Glasgow. The CVR is a core component of the School of Infection and Immunity within the College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences at the University of Glasgow. We are currently looking to recruit for the following position.
Research Assistant/Associate, Vacancy Reference 202353
The post holder will join the School of Infection and Immunity at the MRC-University of Glasgow Centre for Virus Research (CVR) and will contribute to a BBSRC-funded research programme entitled “Harnessing the cellular innate immune system by manipulating a mRNA-specific translation regulatory mechanism”.
Working with Professor Alfredo Castello and collaborators, the successful candidate will investigate how GIGYF1/2- and 4EHP-mediated translational control shapes innate immune responses to viral infection and genotoxic stress, and how these pathways may be manipulated for antiviral and immunomodulatory applications. The role will involve applying molecular and cellular approaches, including RNA interactome capture and complementary proteome-wide methods, to define dynamic protein-RNA interactions, translational regulation, and immune signalling pathways.
Funding for this full-time post is available for twelve months.
The appointment will be made on the Research and Teaching Grade, level 6 or 7 depending on experience (Grade 6 £33,951 - £37,694 / Grade 7 £41,064 - £46,049 per annum).
Interested applicants should apply online at https://www.gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs/ and search for the above reference number.
Informal enquiries may be directed to Prof Alfredo Castello (Alfredo.Castello@glasgow.ac.uk)
Closing date for applications: 29 July 2026