Research Associate/Senior Research Associate (Fixed Term)

The Centre for Law, Medicine and Life Sciences at the University of Cambridge is seeking to appoint a Research Associate or Senior Research Associate to develop a flagship research project relevant to biomedical innovation. The role is part of an international research collaboration analysing the most significant legal challenges for pharmaceutical innovation from a cross-disciplinary perspective.

The post holder will help build a better knowledge base about the pharmaceutical industry, its interaction with legal frameworks, and implications for pharmaceutical innovation. Specifically the post holder must plan, implement and deliver a "synergy" project that investigates the regulation of bioinnovation in a cross-cutting manner.

The position requires a first degree with high marks. In addition, it requires a higher degree (eg Masters or PhD) or equivalent work experience. It is desirable, but not essential, that applicants have formal legal training. For example, applications are welcome from graduates with a background in regulatory science, health, innovation, or technology policy.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 3 years, commencing before 31 December 2019.

Further particulars and details of the application procedure are available on the University Jobs Page. Online application is available via that site.

If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Dr Kathy Liddell, Director, Centre for Law, Medicine and Life Sciences, by email k.liddell@law.cam.ac.uk)

Please quote reference JK20012 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

Quote Reference: JK20012
Salary: £32,236-£51,630
Closing Date: 30 September 2019

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