The University of Sheffield is a remarkable place to work. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their diverse backgrounds, abilities and beliefs make Sheffield a world-class university.

We offer a fantastic range of benefits including a highly competitive annual leave entitlement (with the ability to purchase more), a generous pensions scheme, flexible working opportunities, a commitment to your development and wellbeing, a wide range of retail discounts, and much more. Find out more about our benefits (opens in a new window) and join us to become part of something special.

Overview

We are seeking a talented and motivated Research Associate to join the CAP Research group within the School of Clinical Dentistry, Faculty of Health and School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences, University of Sheffield. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of academic cancer research and commercialisation contributing to cutting edge anti-cancer therapy for head and neck cancers.

Led by Professor Craig Murdoch (School of Clinical Dentistry) and Professor Rob Short (School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences), this project focuses on researching the potential for commercialisation of a new form of anti-cancer treatment using cold atmospheric plasma (CAP) treatment. 

You will work alongside the project leads and other laboratory-based post-doctoral research associates/post-graduate students. Your role will be to undertake proof-or-market research to establish potential markets and clinical needs for CAP therapy. You will undertake competitor analysis, review current intellectual property associated with CAP and help develop a regulatory strategy and commercialisation plan. You will aid in the establishment of value proposition and identify potential customers for CAP therapy as well as organise patient-public/stakeholder involvement and engagement meetings.

You’ll be part of a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking research environment committed to making real clinical impact through innovation in cancer treatment and personalised medicine.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Conduct commercialisation research aligned with the overall project’s objectives.

• Produce a proof-of-market analytical report.

• Administrate commercialisation aspects of the project and manage/organise patient-public/stakeholder involvement and engagement meetings.

• Work both independently and collaboratively as part of the CAP research group, engaging with co-investigators to meet commercialisation milestones and contribute to overall planning and delivery of commercialisation aspects of the project.

• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all commercialisation activity.

• Adhere to Health & Safety policies, where relevant.

• Liaise regularly with the principal investigator and project supervisors, contributing to team meetings and strategic discussions.

• Prepare and deliver presentations for internal meetings, collaborators, and external audiences.

• Carry out other duties as required, commensurate with the scope and grade of the post.

Person Specification 

Our diverse community of staff and students recognises the unique abilities, backgrounds, and beliefs of all. We foster a culture where everyone feels they belong and is respected. Even if your past experience doesn't match perfectly with this role's criteria, your contribution is valuable, and we encourage you to apply. Please ensure that you reference the application criteria in the application statement when you apply.

Further Information

Next steps in the recruitment process

It is anticipated that the selection process will take place within 2 weeks of the application submission date.  This will consist of an interview and presentation, the title of which will be provided to all shortlisted candidates. We plan to let candidates know if they have progressed to the selection stage within 2 weeks of the close of the application process.  If you need any support, equipment or adjustments to enable you to participate in any element of the recruitment process you can contact Claire Bennehan at dental.ops@sheffield.ac.uk  who will be able to assist..

Our vision and strategic plan

We are the University of Sheffield. This is our vision: sheffield.ac.uk/vision (opens in new window).

What we offer

• A minimum of 41 days annual leave including bank holiday and closure days (pro rata) with the ability to purchase more.

• Flexible working opportunities, including hybrid working for some roles.

• Generous pension scheme.

• A wide range of discounts and rewards on shopping, eating out and travel.

• A variety of staff networks, providing opportunities for social interaction, peer support and personal development (for example, Race Equality, LGBT+, Women’s and Parent’s networks).

• Recognition Awards to reward staff who go above and beyond in their role.

• A commitment to your development access to learning and mentoring schemes.

• A range of generous family-friendly policies

  • paid time off for parenting and caring emergencies

  • support for those going through the menopause

  • paid time off and support for fertility treatment

  • and more

More details can be found on our benefits page: sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits (opens in a new window).

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria for this job you will be invited to take part in the next stage of the selection process.

We are a research university with a global reputation for excellence. Our ideas and expertise change the world for the better, making a real difference to society. We know that when people come together with different views, approaches and insights it can lead to richer, more creative and innovative teaching and research and the highest levels of student experience. Our University Vision (www.sheffield.ac.uk/vision) outlines our commitment to building a diverse community of staff and students that recognises and values the abilities, backgrounds, beliefs and ways of living for everyone.