Mass Spectrometry Proteomics Scientist

University of Glasgow
Glasgow, G2 1AL, United Kingdom
Today
£41 – £46 pa

Salary

£41 – £46 pa

Job Type
Contract
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Senior
Education
Degree
Visa Sponsorship
Available
Posted
24 Apr 2026 (Today)

This post is full time and open ended with funding available up until 31st July 2027.

The University of Glasgow has been changing the world for more than 570 years, and today we are one of the world's top 100 universities. We are delighted to have recently been awarded Scottish University of the Year by the Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024.

Our people have always been at the forefront of innovation, and our past achievements inspire our current world changers.

We are seeking a dedicated Mass Spectrometry Proteomics Scientist to provide specialist scientific leadership in our proteomics platform development and validation projects.

The position is in Prof. Patrick Gunning's group and the successful candidate will work with research colleagues to enable research outcomes, particularly leading the development of innovative proteomic workflows utilizing MS systems and advanced acquisition techniques, including DIA and PRM. This role emphasizes robust maintenance and troubleshooting of mass spectrometry instruments, ensuring seamless operation, and maximizing data integrity for proteomics experiments.

The post holder will be proficient in advanced acquisition techniques (DIA and PRM) and will have familiarity with data analysis platforms such as Skyline, FragPipe, and Proteome Discoverer. Additionally, you will have demonstrated hands-on experience with Orbitrap mass spectrometry systems and hands-on experience in cell culture methods and preparation of material derived from it for proteomics applications (i.e. differential protein expression).

Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to Jay (Wojciech) Stec at

Apply online at:https://www.jobs.gla.ac.uk/job/mass-spectrometry-proteomics-scientist-5884897

Closing date: 23:45 on Tuesday 26th May 2026

The University of Glasgow has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. If you require a Skilled Worker visa to work in the UK, you will be required to meet the eligibility requirements of the visa route to be assigned a Certificate of Sponsorship.

Please note that this post may be eligible to be sponsored under the Skilled Worker visa route if tradeable points can be used under the Skilled Worker visa rules. For more information please visit: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.

We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/.

We endorse the principles of Athena Swan https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/athenaswan/ and hold bronze, silver and gold awards across the University.

We are investing in our organisation, and we will invest in you too.

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