Lecturer in Biosciences

Lecturer in Biosciences - 13841-2

As part of a commitment to strategic growth of the Division of Biosciences, we wish to appoint an academic working in the field of microbiology. Specifically, we are looking for candidates interested in areas in microbial infection, antibiotic resistance and drug discovery.

College / Directorate College of Health, Medicine & Life Sciences Department Department of Life Sciences Full Time / Part Time Full Time Posted Date 20/10/2023 Closing Date 20/11/2023 Ref No 4145 Documents
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Location: Brunel University London, Uxbridge Campus

Salary: Grade 8 from £44,240 to £56,903 per annum, inclusive of London Weighting with potential to progress to £63,706 per annum inclusive of London Weighting.

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Based in Uxbridge, West London and established in 1966, Brunel University London is a world-class multidisciplinary research-intensive technology university, delivering economic, social and cultural benefits. 

Description of College/Department

Within the College of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences (CHMLS), the Department of Life Sciences and the Division of Biosciences focus on world-leading scientific research, which underpins our high-quality research-led teaching.

As part of a commitment to strategic growth of the Division of Biosciences, we wish to appoint an academic working in the field of microbiology. Specifically, we are looking for candidates interested in areas in microbial infection, antibiotic resistance and drug discovery.

The successful candidate will combine a world-class research programme with student-centred and research-led teaching in data analysis, which will complement and enhance the BSc programmes in Biomedical Sciences and Life Sciences, as well as the MSc programmes in Mechanisms and Therapy in Infection and inflammation.

You should have a proven track record of high-quality research, with clear plans for your future research, and experience of research proposal development. We particularly welcome candidates with expertise in one or more of the following: bioinformatics, AI led drug discovery, microbial bioinformatics, and multi-omics analysis.

Individuals with a doctoral degree in a relevant field are encouraged to apply. We also welcome applications from ambitious early career scientists seeking to transition to an independent position.

We work hard to provide a supportive and positive environment and the Department of Life Sciences proudly holds an Athena SWAN Silver Award. We are also a Disability Confident employer. The diversity of our staff adds greatly to this inclusive ethos.

Brunel has a strong track-record of securing research funding from EU and other international sources. Brunel will continue to ensure that staff have access to international research funding and to support our many bilateral collaborations within the EU and as an active member of YERUN.

We offer a generous annual leave package plus discretionary University closure days, excellent training and development opportunities as well as a great occupational pension scheme and a range of health-related support. The University is committed to a hybrid working approach.

Closing Date for applications: 20 November 2023

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Brunel University London is fully committed to creating and sustaining a fully inclusive workforce culture. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities, we particularly welcome applicants who are currently under- represented in our workforce.

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