Clare College Research Associate Scheme 2023-2024
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Position Overview & Specifications
The College Research Associate Scheme offers short-term collegiate affiliation to postdoctoral researchers and others in similar posts in Cambridge who would like a college association of some kind but do not have one. They are normally expected to be available to assist with the College's teaching and should not hold similar memberships at other colleges. They are elected for a year at a time.
The criteria for selection to the scheme include academic excellence, the College's need for teaching in particular areas, and the applicant’s ability to contribute to College life. The offer is made in the expectation that the College Research Associate will reciprocate by supervising for the College. Supervision will be paid at the usual rate.
Applications are invited from all fields, but this year are particularly strongly welcomed from individuals who are willing to teach:
- Biology of Cells Part IA
- Cellular and Developmental Biology Part IB
- Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology
- Chemistry
- Mathematics for Natural Sciences Part IA and/or IB
- Physics
- Psychology and Behavioural Sciences (PBS 1-4)
- Pure Mathematics
- History Part IA and IB
- History and Politics Part IA and IB
- History and Modern Languages Part IA and IB
- Human Geography
College Research Associates are offered dining rights, access to the College's sports facilities and gardens, and occasional use of College public rooms.
Applications must be made using the application form which should be sent by email to Sophie King, Fellowship Administrator, srk35@cam.ac.uk. The closing date for applications is Monday 27 March 2023.
BenefitsCollege Research Associates are offered dining rights, access to the College's sports facilities and gardens, and occasional use of College public rooms.
The Application ProcessApplications must be made using the application form which should be sent by email to Sophie King, Fellowship Administrator, srk35@cam.ac.uk. The closing date for applications is Monday 27 March 2023.
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Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
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Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Clare College Research Associate Scheme 2023-2024 roles across Clare College Cambridge's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £27,128 - £34,445 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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