Postdoctoral Research Associate

College of Medicine & Health

The full-time post is available immediately on fixed term basis for a 12 month period if you are place by 30th July 2022. The end date can go no later than 31st July 2023.

The post

We are seeking an enthusiastic researcher with demonstrable experience in at least one of immunogenetics, flow cytometry and cell sorting, molecular genetics, or bioinformatics to join a world-leading team of researchers to study the genetic basis of diabetes and related conditions.

The successful applicant will be working alongside Dr Matthew Johnson in the world leading diabetes genetics group housed within the Exeter Centre for Excellence in Diabetes. Our research aims to further our understanding of the genetics and pathophysiology of diabetes. Through the investigation of genome sequencing data of individuals born with diabetes, the Exeter team has discovered >20 genes that cause the disease and through this has provided insights into the development of the pancreas and mechanisms underpinning diabetes.

Depending on your background the position will involve generation and analysis of genomic data, investigation of immune cell subsets to understand early-onset autoimmunity or analysis of common and rare variation in extreme forms of type 1 diabetes. You will work collaboratively with a world leading team of bioinformaticians, molecular geneticists and clinicians working in monogenic diabetes and polygenic diabetes (http://www.exeter.ac.uk/diabetes/).

About you

You will be able to present information on research progress and outcomes, communicate complex information, orally, in writing and electronically and prepare proposals and applications to external bodies.

You will possess a relevant PhD (or be nearing completion) 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. Relevant experience in the field of human genetics and/or stem cell or other cell biology is essential. Experience of analysing genomic data or clinical, or experience working in the diabetes field are also desirable.

Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role by clicking on the attachment.

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;
• 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 our working community. Reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces.

For further information please contact Dr Matthew Johnson, e-mail [email protected] .

Interview is likely to take place early w/c Monday 30th May.