Postdoctoral Research Fellow

This full-time position is available from 3 October 2022 on a fixed term basis until 31 December 2024 in the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences.

The post

We are looking for a talented and self-motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow in microbiology and recombinant protein biochemistry to complement existing expertise in synthetic biology and further our understanding of recombinant protein expression in non-conventional microbes for industrial biocatalysis. 

The successful candidate will integrate a multi-disciplinary team in the Exeter Microbial Biofuels Group to develop and validate new routes for “fourth generation” biofuels by synthetic biology, focussing primarily on the expression and biochemistry of recombinant proteins in atypical microbial hosts.

About you

The postholder will be expected to develop research objectives and lead projects and proposals within the framework of the project, make presentations to industrial partners and at academic conferences, and contribute to the process of securing research funds, thereby enabling them to develop a promising research career.  

Applicants will possess a relevant PhD or equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study. The successful applicant will be a recognised specialist in recombinant protein biochemistry and possess the ability and desire to lead research and generate high-quality academic publications. The successful applicant will also be able to work collaboratively, supervise the work of others and act as team leader as required. 

Opportunities for further professional development may be considered as part of Exeter University’s professional development programme. In addition to technical and academic experience, the ideal candidate will possess excellent organisational and communication skills and a collaborative and inquisitive personality.

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 new Fertility Treatment Policy
• A beautiful campus set in the heart of stunning Devon 

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.

Further information

For further information please contact Professor John Love e-mail [email protected] . 

The post-holder will work in the laboratory of Professor John Love at the Streatham campus of Exeter University. 

The closing date for completed applications is 27 September 2022.