University of Exeter
Job title:
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Company
University of Exeter
Job description
This new full time post is available immediately on a fixed term basis until August 2025.Summary of the role
We are seeking an enthusiastic researcher with a background in cell biology and/or genetics to join a world-leading team of researchers to study the genetic basis of diabetes and related conditions.The successful applicant will be working alongside Dr Elisa De Franco in the world leading Exeter diabetes genetics group to further our understanding of known and novel genetic causes of neonatal diabetes. Through the investigation of genome sequencing data of individuals born with diabetes, the Exeter team has discovered >20 genes that cause the disease and more candidate genes are being investigated. The position will involve generation and analysis of genomic data in patients and cellular models to define the role played by these genes in beta cell function and development. The successful applicant will work collaboratively with a world leading team of bioinformaticians, molecular geneticists and clinicians working in monogenic diabetes and polygenic diabetes ( ).About you
The successful applicant will be able to present information on research progress and outcomes, communicate complex information, orally, in writing and electronically and prepare proposals and applications to external bodies.The successful applicant will possess a relevant PhD (or be nearing completion) or possess an equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study and be able to demonstrate sufficient knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to work within established research programmes. Relevant experience in the field of stem cell or beta cell biology is essential. Experience of analysing genomic data or clinical, or experience working in the diabetes field are also desirable.Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.What we can offer you
- Freedom (and the support) to pursue your intellectual interests and to work creatively across disciplines to produce internationally exciting research;
- Support teams that understand the University wide research and teaching goals and partner with our academics accordingly
- An Innovation, Impact and Business directorate that works closely with our academics providing specialist support for external engagement and development
- Our Exeter Academic initiative supporting high performing academics to achieve their potential and develop their career
- A multitude of staff benefits including sector leading benefits around
(up to 26 weeks full pay), Paternity leave (up to 6 weeks full pay), and a Fertility Treatment PolicyThe University of Exeter
We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 200 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 and QS World University Ranking 2024). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2023, underpinned by Gold ratings for Student Experience and Student Outcomes.More than 99 percent of our research is of international quality and 47 percent is world-leading (2021 Research Excellence Framework).Further information
For further information please contact Dr Elisa De Franco, e-mail .Interviews are expected to take place shortly after the advert closes.Salary will be from £32,982 on Grade E, depending on qualifications and experience.
Expected salary
£32982 per year
Location
Exeter
Job date
Sun, 02 Jun 2024 05:28:19 GMT
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