Postdoctoral Research Associate (CEL – Centre for Engineering & Life Sciences Interface)

RFCSR; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

King’s College London invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate within the Centre for Engineering & Life Sciences interface. The role spans engineering, physical sciences and biomedical research to tackle health and disease challenges.

The successful candidate will design and execute research, develop computational approaches, and collaborate across disciplines to extract insights from complex biological data.

Qualifications

• PhD in bioengineering, computational biology, biomedical engineering, physics, or related discipline.
• Evidence of high-quality research output and interdisciplinary teamwork.
• Strong analytical and programming capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct high-quality research within an interdisciplinary CEL interface.
• Develop analytical and computational pipelines for biological systems.
• Collaborate across disciplines and interpret complex datasets.
• Disseminate findings via publications and conferences.

Skills

Computational modelling

Data analysis

Programming

Biological datasets

Education

PhD in bioengineering, computational biology, biomedical engineering, physics, or related

Tools

Analytical tools

Job description

Postdoctoral Research Associate (CEL – Centre for Engineering & Life Sciences Interface)

King’s College London
London, United Kingdom

General Description
King’s College London is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position within the Centre for Engineering & Life Sciences (CEL) interface. This role is embedded in an interdisciplinary research environment that bridges engineering, physical sciences, and biomedical research to address complex challenges in human health and disease.

The successful candidate will contribute to innovative research projects focused on the development and application of advanced computational, engineering, and quantitative approaches to biological systems. The role involves close collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams, integrating experimental and computational methodologies to generate new insights into biological processes and disease mechanisms.

Key responsibilities include designing and conducting high-quality research, developing analytical and computational pipelines, contributing to experimental design, and interpreting complex datasets. The post holder will also be expected to disseminate findings through peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and collaborative engagements.

The position offers access to state-of-the-art facilities and a vibrant academic environment that supports innovation, career development, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The appointment is full-time and fixed-term, aligned with the duration of the funded project.

Eligibility Criteria

• PhD in bioengineering, computational biology, biomedical engineering, physics, or a closely related discipline
• Evidence of high-quality research output, such as peer-reviewed publications
• Strong academic background in interdisciplinary research environments

Required Expertise/Skills

• Experience in computational modelling, data analysis, or quantitative approaches in biological or biomedical research
• Strong programming skills and familiarity with relevant analytical tools
• Ability to design and implement research methodologies across disciplines
• Experience working with complex biological datasets
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams

Salary Details
£42,405 – £49,785 per annum, including London weighting, depending on experience

Application Deadline
Not explicitly specified