Senior Research Associate (Fixed Term)

University of Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Cambridge's Department of Paediatrics invites applications for a Senior Postdoctoral Research Associate to join Professor Sam Behjati's group. You will contribute to high-impact imaging and data-driven research, work on independent problems, and support grant writing.

This fixed-term post (3 years) offers access to state-of-the-art facilities, HPC resources, and collaborative opportunities within a vibrant research community.

Qualifications

• PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant subject area (e.g. Computer Science, AI, or Data Science).
• Demonstrated independent problem-solving ability is essential.
• Exceptional communication, networking and teamwork skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to research at a level comparable to lecturing staff.
• Assist with grant administration and writing reports for funding bodies.
• Support teaching through seminars and participation in the research group's teaching programme.
• Collaborate within the Department of Paediatrics to advance imaging research.

Education

PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant subject area

Independent problem-solving

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Networking skills

Job description

We are excited to announce an opportunity for a Senior Postdoctoral Research Associate position in the group of Professor Sam Behjati (Professor of Paediatrics) in the Department of Paediatrics.Contribution to excellence in research will be as a member of a research team carrying out research at a similar level to that undertaken by lecturing staff and will provide substantial scope for academic judgement, originality, interpretation and presentation of results. The role holder will assist with grant administration and the writing of reports for funding bodies. Contribution to teaching will include assistance in the presentation of seminars and may include participation in the research group's teaching programme. The role holder will participate in the overall contribution of the Department of Paediatrics.We welcome applications from technically exceptional candidates with a PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant subject area (e.g. Computer Science, Information Systems, AI, or Data Science). Evidence of independent problem-solving are essential. Also, exceptional communication, networking and teamwork skills. Please review the Further Particulars for the full Personal Specification.The Department of Paediatrics offers an outstanding environment for research and training, with direct access to state-of-the-art facilities, high-performance computing, and a vibrant imaging research community. If you have a passion for advanced imaging research, data sharing, and collaborative science, we would love to hear from you.The closing date for applications is 15 October 2026The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 3 years in the first instance.Please ensure that you upload a covering letter and CV in the Upload section of the online application. The covering letter should outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.Please quote reference RP51231 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.Apply online