Research Fellow

Location: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham UK

Full-time starting salary is within the range of £36,636 to £42,254.

Fixed Term Contract – 3 years with possible extension.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join the group of Dr. Tianyi Zhang based in the Department of Cancer and Genomic Sciences, to investigate how hematopoietic transcription factors and epigenetic regulators control B cell function and how their dysregulation contribute to blood cancers.

This is a Wellcome Trust funded position available for 3 years in the first instance, with possibility of extension.

The successful postdoctoral researcher will identify key interactions between TFs and chromatin modifiers in B-cells and dissect their functional dependencies in cellular and primary cancer models. They will drive their independent research project while working as part of a collaborative and supportive team. We welcome applications from candidates with strong backgrounds in one or more of the following areas: chromatin biology, protein biochemistry, structural biology, genomics, proteomics, cell and cancer biology.

A willingness to learn and develop new techniques and enthusiasm for collaborative research is essential. This post offers excellent opportunity for personal and professional development within teaching and fellowship development, and leadership.

Person Specification

• A PhD degree (or near completion) in a relevant research area. i.e. chromatin biology, protein biochemistry, structural biology, genomics, proteomics, and cancer biology.
• Demonstrable research experience and/or detailed knowledge of gene and epigenetic regulation and chromatin biology.
• Evidence of leading a research project through to completion, demonstrated by a first-author publication, manuscript in preparation or under review.
• A strong academic track record (i.e. publications, conference poster or talks, service, public engagement) appropriate to career stage.
• High level analytical and problem-solving capability.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly, in writing and in presentations.
• Fluency in relevant models and methods and ability to contribute to developing new ones.
• Ability to assess resource requirements and use resources effectively.
• Understanding of and ability to contribute to broader management/administration processes.
• Contribute to the planning and organising of the research programme and/or specific research project.
• Co-ordinate own work with others to avoid conflict or duplication of effort.
• Knowledge of the protected characteristics and duties under the Equality Act 2010. Including fostering good relations and advancing the universities Public Sector Equality Duty (PSED).
• Other relevant criteria from our equality and diversity knowledge, skills and experience document.

Informal enquiries can be made to Tianyi Zhang at t.zhang.9@bham.ac.uk.

Interviews will be held Mid-January 2027.

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