Postdoctoral Research Associate

Full Job Description

Grade - UE07 £37,099 to £44,263 per annum (A revised salary range for this grade of £39,347 to £46,974 is planned to take effect from Spring 2024) 

College of Science & Engineering - School of Physics and Astronomy

Full Time - 35 Hours Per Week

Contract type - Fixed Term - 36 months

The Opportunity:

We are looking for a post-doctoral researcher to conduct computational modelling of the biophysical mechanisms which underpin the formation of cancers after rearrangements of the genome. The post is based in the School of Physics & Astronomy, and will involve development of new course-grained molecular simulation models to study the role of the spatial organisation of chromosomes in gene regulation. The successful applicant will work as part of an interdisciplinary team, and in close collaboration with experimental biologists at the Newcastle University Centre for Cancer. The position is for 3 years; the successful applicant will be supervised by Dr Chris Brackley.

For informal inquiries contact: Dr Chris Brackley

This post is full-time (35 hours per week), however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns. We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working. 

Your skills and attributes for success: 

• PhD in Physics, Biophysics, Bioengineering, or a related subject.
• A track record in molecular simulations applied to biological or soft matter systems.
• A desire to work on interdisciplinary projects in collaboration with biologists/biomedical scientists; previous experience of interdisciplinary research and communication will be advantageous

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As a valued member of our team you can expect: 

• A competitive salary of £37,099 - £44,263 
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work. 
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page   (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits

Championing equality, diversity and inclusion

The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality. 

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Key dates to note
 

The closing date for applications is 21 March 2024
 

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