Lecturer (E&R) Cancer Genomics

Faculty of Health and Life Sciences

This new full-time role is available immediately on a fixed term basis until 09/03/2026. This will be a hybrid role based on our St Luke’s campus in Exeter, with the opportunity for flexible start and finish times.

The role

The post of Lecturer in Cancer Genomics will contribute to extending the research profile of genomics research at Exeter, particularly in areas related or complementary to the Cancer Genomics group lead by Prof. Chrissie Thirlwell.

The post will include developing independent research projects and securing funding to support this. Analysis of existing DNA sequencing and epigenome (DNA methylation) wide data will be undertaken alongside novel data that will be produced as through new projects. This includes cutting edge long-read sequencing using the nanopore platform. The post will involve close collaborative work with Prof. Tim Frayling and Prof Jon Mill’s groups in the Department of Clinical and Biomedical Sciences and also with external collaborators.

The successful applicant will possess sufficient specialist knowledge in the discipline to develop research programmes and methodologies and, in particular, will have experience in the analysis of genomic data. They must be able to work collaboratively, supervise the work of others and contribute fully to team goals.

About you

For a Lecturer post you will have:

· A PhD or equivalent in bioinformatics or cancer related subjects and have an independent, internationally-recognised research programme in a relevant active field of research

· A strong record in attracting funding for research, or demonstrate potential to attract such funding

· An active approach to inter-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary research

· Enthusiasm for delivering high quality undergraduate programmes

· Strong connections and funded projects with business and community partners

· Involvement in projects which develop impact.

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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 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 new Fertility Treatment Policy

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

The University of Exeter

We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 150 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2022 and QS World University Ranking 2022). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2017.

Our research income in recent years means we’re the fastest growing UK Research University with some of the world’s most influential scientists, and we seek to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today through this. 98% of our research is of international quality (2014 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 City

Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

With over 27,000 students and 6,400 staff from 180 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), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident employer. Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within

For an informal and confidential discussion about the post please contact Prof Chrissie Thirlwell (email: [email protected]).

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 7th February 2023. Interviews are expected to take place on or around 23rd February 2023.