Senior Postdoctoral Research Associate

Queen Mary University of London; City Of London; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK research university seeks a Senior Postdoctoral Research Associate to develop and deliver projects using whole-genome sequencing to identify genetic variants impacting health. Candidates should have a PhD and experience in multiomics research. This full-time position offers a salary between £44,288 and £49,130, with numerous benefits including 30 days of leave and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

30 days leave per annum

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience developing projects that leverage whole-genome sequencing.
• Ability to integrate omics research with multidisciplinary teams.
• Track record in genetic research and understanding of molecular traits.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver projects using population-scale sequencing.
• Identify rare, high-impact variants shaping human health.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on complex research themes.

Skills

Experience in multiomics research

Proficiency in whole-genome sequencing

Strong analytical skills

Education

PhD in relevant field

Job description

Senior Postdoctoral Research Associate in Multiomics

About the Role

We are one of the world leaders in the genetic discovery of molecular traits, such as metabolites and proteins, which we use to identify shared genetic regulation with common, complex diseases to discover new drug targets, indications and disease mechanisms. We have a keen interest in training the next generation of scientists that can translate (genomic) data into clinically actionable insights. We are an ambitious, curious and enthusiastic international team, that promotes scientific excellence in the context of happy family and other demands

About You

We are looking for an experienced researcher to develop and deliver projects that leverage whole-genome sequencing at population-scale to identify rare, high-impact variants shaping human health. You will also have the opportunity to integrate omics research with other thematic foci for PHURI in our multidisciplinary institute. We are an ambitious, curious and enthusiastic international team, that promotes scientific excellence and career development in the context of happy family demands.

About the Institute

The Precision Healthcare University Research Institute (PHURI) will unite world-leading expertise from Queen Mary’s, nationally and internationally to drive research excellence and expedite impact. PHURI’s multidisciplinary teams will address four interconnected research themes; Health data and analytics; Multiomics and single cell analyses; MedTech and Devices; and Therapeutic Innovation.

These themes will come together to create a complete journey from disease identification, through the development of a therapy, intervention or device, to translation for patients in the clinic. This integrated approach is a distinguishing feature of PHURI.

PHURI builds on the close partnership between QMUL and Barts NHS Trust to ensure that our research is focused on where it’s needed most, using real-world clinical data to drive the development and targeted prescription of treatments based on patients’ needs. This will help to build a stronger health service for the people of East London, the UK and beyond.

About Queen Mary

Ranked joint 7th in the UK for the quality of its research in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework, Queen Mary University of London, is one of the UK's leading research-intensive higher education institutions, delivering world class education and knowledge transfer across a wide range of subjects in the Humanities and Social Sciences, Medicine & Dentistry and Science & Engineering.

Benefits

We offer competitive salaries, access to a generous pension scheme, 30 days’ leave per annum (pro-rata for part-time/fixed-term), a season ticket loan scheme and access to a comprehensive range of personal and professional development opportunities. In addition, we offer a range of work life balance and family friendly, inclusive employment policies, campus facilities and flexible working arrangements.

Queen Mary’s commitment to our diverse and inclusive community is embedded in our appointments processes. Reasonable adjustments will be made at each stage of the recruitment process for any candidate with a disability. We are open to considering applications from candidates wishing to work flexibly.

Valuing Diversity & Committed to Equality

£44,288 to £49,130 per annum