Early-Life Microbiome Research Fellow

University of Birmingham; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university is seeking a dedicated researcher to contribute to projects on gut microbiota interactions. The candidate should possess strong skills in bioinformatics and microbiology, with a focus on early life research. Responsibilities include developing research proposals, analyzing data, and supervising students. A competitive salary range of £36,636 to £46,049 is offered, with a fixed-term contract until March 2028, promoting inclusivity and diversity in research.

Benefits

Inclusive working environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in biomedical laboratory/industry-based research.
• Proficiency in microbial culturing and molecular work.
• Ability to communicate complex research findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Develop research objectives and proposals for projects.
• Analyse and interpret data for publications.
• Supervise students on research-related work.

Skills

Microbial co-culture studies

Bioinformatics

Analytical capability

Education

First degree in area of specialism

Higher degree relevant to research area

Tools

Microbial genomic analysis

Statistical analysis software (R)

Job description

A leading UK university is seeking a dedicated researcher to contribute to projects on gut microbiota interactions. The candidate should possess strong skills in bioinformatics and microbiology, with a focus on early life research. Responsibilities include developing research proposals, analyzing data, and supervising students. A competitive salary range of £36,636 to £46,049 is offered, with a fixed-term contract until March 2028, promoting inclusivity and diversity in research.