Postdoctoral Research Associate / Research Fellow

Job title:

Postdoctoral Research Associate / Research Fellow

Company

University of Exeter

Job description

Job description
Faculty of Health and Life SciencesThe above full-time post is available on a fixed-term basis from 21 October 2024 to 31 August 2028 in the Biosciences Department, Faculty of Health and Life Sciences.We welcome applications from candidates interested in working part-time hours (minimum 0.8 FTE) or job-sharing arrangements.This role offers the opportunity for hybrid working – some time on campus.The postWe are looking for a Postdoctoral Research Associate or Fellow to participate in a collaborative interdisciplinary project funded by NSF and BBSRC under the Ecology and Evolution of Infectious Diseases programme: ‘A spatially-explicit model of bat evolution and pathogen transmission dynamics in complex changing landscapes’. This project will develop a framework for predicting the effects of diseases on wildlife populations, distribution and evolution that accounts for the effects of landscapes, movement, adaptation and climate change, focusing on the white-nose syndrome bat fungal disease system, that has decimated North American bat populations for the past two decades. The successful applicant will lead and/or assist on the molecular work and genomic data analysis aspects of the project, working closely with the US team, who will lead on the modelling aspects.The post will include carrying out molecular lab work, bioinformatics and analysis of genomic datasets (including genome assembly, SNP calling, population genomics and landscape genetics data analysis), generating data to inform the eco-evolutionary diseases models developed by the US team, leading and/or assisting the writing of manuscripts, working with project partners and contributing to dissemination of project outputs. The post will also include contributing to fieldwork in the US, led by the US team (length of fieldwork commitments are subject to discussion), to collect samples for molecular analysis of the response of North American bats to white nose syndrome, climate and land-use change.See more about our research at: https://biosciences.exeter.ac.uk/staff/profile/index.php?web_id=Orly_Razgour https://www.exeter.ac.uk/research/medicalmycology/About youPostdoctoral Research Associate:The successful applicant will be able to carry out the molecular ecology and population genomics work under this project, present information on research progress and outcomes, communicate complex information, orally, in writing and electronically and prepare proposals and applications to external bodies.Applicants will possess a relevant PhD or possess an equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study and be able to demonstrate sufficient knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to work within established research programmes. Applicants will be able to carry out molecular lab work (DNA extractions and quantification), have sufficient bioinformatics skills to assemble whole genomes and analyse genomic data, work closely with project partners and be proficient in R and spatial data analysis.Postdoctoral Research Fellow:The successful applicant will be able to carry out the molecular ecology and population genomics work under this project; develop research objectives, projects and proposals; identify sources of research funding and contribute to the process of securing funds and make presentations at conferences and other events.Applicants will possess a relevant PhD or equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study and have postdoctoral (or equivalent) research experience. The successful applicant will be nationally recognised in the fields of molecular ecology and/or population genomics and possess sufficient specialist knowledge in the discipline to develop research programmes and methodologies. The successful applicant will also be able to work collaboratively, supervise the work of others and act as team leader as required. Applicants will be able to carry out molecular lab work (DNA extractions and quantification), have sufficient bioinformatics skills to assemble whole genomes and analyse genomic data, work closely with project partners and be proficient in R and spatial data analysis.Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.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 career

• A multitude of staff benefits including sector leading benefits around 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

• A beautiful campus set in the heart of stunning Devon.

The University of ExeterWe are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 200 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 and QS World University Ranking 2024). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2023, underpinned by Gold ratings for Student Experience and Student Outcomes.Our world-leading research impact has grown more than any other Russell Group university in recent years, and we are home to some of the world’s most influential researchers, seeking to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today. More than 99 percent of our research is of international quality and 47 percent is world-leading (2021 Research Excellence Framework).We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students. Read about our world leading research – Green Futures and how we are transforming education for a changing world. We are located in a beautiful part of the country and Exeter (a fast growing tech hub) is one of only a few UK cities to have been designated as a UNESCO Creative CityOur Equality, Diversity and Inclusion CommitmentWe are committed to ensuring reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces.Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community.With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 different countries we offer a diverse and engaging environment where our diversity is celebrated and valued as a major strength. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive; where diverse voices are heard through our engagement with evidence-based charter frameworks for gender (Athena SWAN and Project Juno for Physics), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident employer.We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from service people.Further informationFor further information please contact orly Razgour, e-mail O.Razgour@exeter.ac.uk .

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Exeter

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Thu, 10 Oct 2024 22:42:42 GMT

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