Postdoctoral Research Associate
University of Exeter - Faculty of Health and Life Sciences
| Location: | Exeter |
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| Salary: | The starting salary will be from £32,982 up to £33,966 on Grade E, depending on qualifications and experience. |
| Hours: | Full Time |
| Contract Type: | Fixed-Term/Contract |
| Placed On: | 3rd April 2024 |
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| Closes: | 23rd April 2024 |
| Job Ref: | P92450 |
This new full time post is available immediately on a 15 month fixed term basis.
Summary of the role
We are seeking an enthusiastic researcher with a background in cell biology and/or genetics to join a world-leading team of researchers to study the genetic basis of diabetes and related conditions. The position is available on fixed term basis for 15 months from May 2024.
The successful applicant will be working alongside Dr Elisa De Franco in the world leading Exeter diabetes genetics group to further our understand of known and novel genetic causes of neonatal 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 more candidate genes are being investigated. The position will involve generation and analysis of genomic data in patients and cellular models to define the role played by these genes in beta cell function and development. The successful applicant 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
The successful applicant 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.
The successful applicant 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 stem cell or beta 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.
Further information
For further information please contact Dr Elisa De Franco, e-mail E.De-Franco@exeter.ac.uk.
Interviews are expected to take place the first week of May.
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