Postdoctoral Research Associate or Fellow

Postdoctoral Research Associate or Fellow, Exeter

Client: University of Exeter

Location: Exeter, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: a9894f08a5ba

Job Views: 7

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description

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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 careers;
• A multitude of staff benefits including sector-leading policies on maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), paternity leave (up to 6 weeks full pay), and a Fertility Treatment Policy.

About the University of Exeter

We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and ranked in the top 200 universities worldwide (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 and QS World University Rankings 2024). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2023, supported by Gold ratings for Student Experience and Student Outcomes.

Our research impact has grown significantly, and we host some of the world’s most influential researchers, addressing fundamental issues facing humankind today. Over 99% of our research is of international quality, with 47% deemed world-leading (2021 Research Excellence Framework).

We actively engage with industry, business, and community partners to enhance research and education impact and improve student employability. Learn about our pioneering Green Futures research and our efforts in transforming education for a changing world. Exeter, a vibrant tech hub, is one of the UK’s UNESCO Creative Cities.

Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

We ensure reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups and are committed to an inclusive environment where all community members can thrive. Our diversity is celebrated and valued, with initiatives like Athena SWAN, Race Equality Charter Mark, Stonewall Diversity Champion, and Disability Confident employer status.