Postdoctoral Researcher
University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh,
United Kingdom
Research and Science
Skilled Worker
Job posted on March 11, 2025
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Job Description:
Grade UE07: £40,497 - £48,149 per annum CMVM/MRC Human Genetics Unit Full-time: 35 hours per week (we are open to considering flexible working patterns) Fixed-term: until 31 May 2027
The Opportunity:
Our research is focused on understanding how genetic changes in the non-coding genome can impact gene regulatory mechanisms, alter developmental processes and ultimately affect human craniofacial shape and function in health and disease. In this project, we are interested to investigate changes to gene regulatory landscapes across development as facial progenitor cells differentiate into skeletal cell-types. You will utilise in vitro models of facial development and leverage a combination of cutting-edge epigenomic methods, genome editing and synthetic biology approaches to gain fundamental insights into mechanisms of gene regulation, and human disease biology.
Your skills and attributes for success:
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
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Application Information
Please ensure you include the following documents in your application:
A cover letter outlining your interest in our group’s research and highlighting any relevant background or skills for this position.
As a valued member of our team you can expect:
Championing equality, diversity and inclusion The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.
Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages (opens new browser tab). The University is able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. If successful, an international applicant requiring sponsorship to work in the UK will need to satisfy the UK Home Office’s English Language requirements and apply for and secure a Skilled Worker Visa. Please note if the role is offered on a part-time basis, it may result in sponsorship being dependant on a number of factors specific to the successful applicant or the role no longer meeting the Home Office’s criteria for sponsorship.
Key dates to note The closing date for applications is 8th April 2025.
Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone.
APPLY NOW
The Opportunity:
Our research is focused on understanding how genetic changes in the non-coding genome can impact gene regulatory mechanisms, alter developmental processes and ultimately affect human craniofacial shape and function in health and disease. In this project, we are interested to investigate changes to gene regulatory landscapes across development as facial progenitor cells differentiate into skeletal cell-types. You will utilise in vitro models of facial development and leverage a combination of cutting-edge epigenomic methods, genome editing and synthetic biology approaches to gain fundamental insights into mechanisms of gene regulation, and human disease biology.
Your skills and attributes for success:
- Interest in mechanisms of gene regulation and enhancer biology in development and disease.
- Experience in generating and analysing epigenomic and transcriptomic datasets (e.g. ChIP-seq, ATAC-seq, CUT&RUN, 3C-based methods, RNA-seq etc), cell culture, in vitro differentiation methods and genetic engineering (preferable but not essential).
- Ph.D. (or near completion) in a relevant science subject.
- Proven track record of publication in peer-reviewed journals.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Click here to view a copy of the full job description (opens new browser tab).
Application Information
Please ensure you include the following documents in your application:
- CV
A cover letter outlining your interest in our group’s research and highlighting any relevant background or skills for this position.
As a valued member of our team you can expect:
- A competitive salary.
- An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
- To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
- That we give you support, nurture your talent and reward success.
- Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, competitive pension schemes, staff discounts, and family-friendly initiatives. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits.
Championing equality, diversity and inclusion The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.
Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages (opens new browser tab). The University is able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. If successful, an international applicant requiring sponsorship to work in the UK will need to satisfy the UK Home Office’s English Language requirements and apply for and secure a Skilled Worker Visa. Please note if the role is offered on a part-time basis, it may result in sponsorship being dependant on a number of factors specific to the successful applicant or the role no longer meeting the Home Office’s criteria for sponsorship.
Key dates to note The closing date for applications is 8th April 2025.
Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone.