Postdoctoral Research Associate

4 weeks ago


Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom University of Exeter Full time

This new full-time post is immediately available until 31 May 2027 on a fixed term basis.

We welcome applications from candidates interested in working part-time hours or job-sharing arrangements.

This role may be subject to additional background screening.

The post

The Faculty wishes to recruit a Postdoctoral Research Associate to support the work of Dr Khushboo Borah Slater and Stephen Michell in pathogen microbiology. This part Dstl funded post is available from 1st September 2024 to 31st August 2027. The successful applicant will undertake research to better understand the fundamental biology of hazard group 3 bacteria in relation to infection control.

The post will include:

  • Working in containment level 3 laboratories with hazard group 3 bacterial pathogens
  • Contributing to writing of scientific reports to Dstl
  • Mentoring of PhD students when required
  • Continued Professional Development towards working practices at containment level 3

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 reports to external bodies.

Applicants will possess a relevant PhD 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. Applicants will be able to demonstrate an ability to work at containment level 3 and have a good understanding of an array of virulence strategies employed by pathogenic bacteria. Applicants must be a UK national, which is a funding requirement of this post.

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

The University of Exeter

We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 200 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 and QS World University Ranking We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2023, underpinned by Gold ratings for Student Experience and Student Outcomes.

Our world-leading research impact has grown more than any other Russell Group university in recent years, and we are home to some of the world's most influential researchers, seeking to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today. More than 99 percent of our research is of international quality and 47 percent is world-leading (2021 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

We are committed to ensuring reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces.

Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community.

We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from service people.

Further information

For further information please contact Dr Stephen Michell or Dr Khushboo Borah Slater, e-mail ; k.borah-; or telephone

The starting salary will be from £32,982 up to £38,205 on Grade E, depending on qualifications and experience.



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