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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.
Job Title: Research Associate
Reference: 189853
Contract Type: Full-time, until 30 November 2027
Grade & Salary: Grade 7 £41,064-£46,049
About the Role: The post holder will make a leading contribution to an ERC-funded project vRNP-capture with the goal of elucidating the composition, regulation and functional relevance of picornaviral ribonucleoprotein complexes during infection. Working with Prof Alfredo Castello’s research group (Systems Virology), the postholder will apply viral RNA interactome capture to define how virally encoded proteases and interferon signalling remodel viral RNPs, using coxsackievirus B3, echoviruses and rhinoviruses as model systems. The role includes generating and analysing protease-deficient viral mutants, integrating proteomics and RNA biology, and collaborating with international experts. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to scientific publications and funding proposals, and to help manage and direct aspects of this complex interdisciplinary project as opportunities allow.
How to Apply: Interested applicants should apply online at https://www.gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs/ and search for the above reference number.
Informal enquiries: Prof Alfredo Castello (Alfredo.Castello@glasgow.ac.uk)
Closing Date: 5 February 2026
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