Postdoctoral Research Associate

7 days ago


St Mary's, United Kingdom University of West London Full time

The **University of West London (UWL)**is ranked the best modern* university (non-specialist) in London in the Complete University Guide 2025.

We are ranked 30th university in the UK in The Guardian University Guide 2025, Number 1 London university for overall student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2024 and Best university for Student Experience and Teaching Quality in the UK in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024.

The UWL community is a diverse body of students and staff who work together to create an environment of success and achievement. We celebrate the diversity of our staff and promote our values in practice through our commitment to inclusivity, progression, and success.
- University status awarded in or after 1992

**The School**

School of Medicine and Biosciences continues to deliver high-quality, internationally recognised research through strategic academic and industry partnerships and competitive international collaborations. The school places a strong emphasis on fostering multidisciplinary research across a range of scientific domains.

The Centre for Innovation in Genomics and Microbiome Sciences (CIGMiS) undertakes research aimed at addressing complex, systems-level questions in microbiome science. Its work spans fundamental investigations, such as elucidating the genetic makeup of microbiomes and pathogens and their interactions to applied research, including the development of novel therapies, technological and methodological innovations, and contributions to public health policy.

**The Role**

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced researcher with expertise in genomics and bioinformatics, large-scale data analysis, and systems modelling. The post holder will play an integral role in experimental design, sequencing, data interpretation, manuscript preparation, project coordination, and the training of students and international partners. They will also engage actively with external collaborators.

**The Person**
- A PhD in a relevant discipline (e.g., microbiology, genomics, bioinformatics)
- Proven experience in Oxford Nanopore Technologies (ONT) sequencing and bioinformatics
- A track record of research in microbiome science, metagenomics, whole genome sequencing, big data analysis, machine learning, and AI

**How to Apply**

**Additional Information**

Applicants must hold a PhD in a relevant field with a demonstrable track record of research within the field.

Please be advised that it is expected that appointment within a grade will normally be at the minimum point.

The University of West London reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found.

Department

School of Biomedical Sciences

Location

St Mary's Road

Salary

£34,101 to £48,268 per annum

Release Date

Monday 23 June 2025

Closing Date

Wednesday 23 July 2025

Interview Date

To be confirmed

Reference

MBIO15



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