How can the West of Scotland KTP Centre help me?

As a KTP Associate, we will meet with you at the start of your project to give you a full induction covering all aspects of KTP including support in the use of University systems and processes.

We have a dedicated team who will be available throughout your project to provide guidance on your training, preparation of paperwork for project meetings along with offering advice on using your personal development budgets and making finance claims. We will ensure you are integrated into the KTP community and will provide you with avenues and opportunities to connect with other KTP Associates.

The support we provide will fully prepare you on your journey to becoming a successful KTP Associate.

Leading my KTP project has been a fantastic experience as it has not only enabled me to develop my practical skills in project management but also my professional learning. The program really supports me as a professional to grow and develop a great career path for my future along with supporting me as a person to achieve the goals I set out in the project.

Dr Ciara Reidy
Sport and Exercise Psychologist - KTP Associate

Dr Ciara Reidy - KTP Associate

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Vacancies

Senior Microbiome Innovation Scientist (KTP Associate)

Weybridge, Surrey

Salary: up to £41,000

25/11/2024

University: Glasgow Caledonian University

Company: Haleon

The Associate will play a pivotal role in the development of a long-term capability aimed at advancing the implementation of the oral microbiome into the oral healthcare pipeline. This position will be instrumental in driving innovation in oral care, with focus on developing targeted product design around the oral microbiome, informed by cutting-edge science.

The Associate will build relationships with a wide range of Haleon stakeholders to enable the delivery of microbiome into the commercial world. It is essential the Associate demonstrates independence to drive critical relationships.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a long-term strategic vision in an emerging area of scientific discovery, with the potential to redefine the future of oral care. The duties and responsibilities will focus on creating an expert oral microbiome hub within Haleon.

The essential criteria for this role is listed below;

Strong background in oral microbiology and the application of biodigital technologies (microbiome and bioinformatics) obtained during advanced study. Ideally, they will be educated to PhD level, or at least an MSc related to Oral Sciences.
An understanding of the application and interpretation of microbiome data and variety of analysis software platforms
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate complex information at all levels.
Proven capabilities of delivering projects with defined deliverables and have up to 2 years of direct industrial experience, or at least 5 years of indirect industrial experience obtained through academic routes.
Ability to work independently and as a team. Drive and flexibility to work remotely using IT platforms, or through in-person meetings around the UK.
Ability to work on own initiative and prioritise own schedule.

Experience of working in a commercial environment and/or a wide range of external stakeholders is desirable.

Qualifications: PhD or MSc related to Oral Sciences

Professor Gordon Ramage
gordon.ramage@gcu.ac.uk

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