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The University of West London (UWL) is ranked the best modern* university (non-specialist) in London in the Complete University Guide 2023.
*University status awarded in or after 1992
The University of West London (UWL) is recognised for its research on improving human Health and wellbeing in addition to providing excellent research environments. In the past three years UWL has heavily invested in the state-of-the-art equipment enabling the conduct of world leading research. Working synergistically with external partners, UWL provides a nurturing research environment, leadership and support in wide areas of activity, including leading and co-leading projects supported by the Innovate UK, UKRI and other charitable and international funding agencies. UWL provides a nurturing environment, and support for all staff.
School of Biomedical Sciences
At the School of Biomedical Sciences (SBS) we continue to produce research of the highest quality that is world leading and excellent. This is achieved through academic and industry partnerships and internationally competitive consortia. It is particularly focused on nurturing multidisciplinary research.
The Microbiomes, Health and Environment group addresses problems that require concrete global actions, including emerging infectious diseases, climate change and antimicrobial resistance.
The Role
Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate post to join Prof Mkrtchyan’s research group (The Microbiomes, Health and Environment group) within the School of Biomedical Sciences, UWL. Our vision is to deliver excellent research that has a direct impact on public and Environmental health. The successful applicant will work on Innovate UK/BBSRC funded research programme to undertake whole genome sequencing (WGS) and metagenomics analysis and work on Oxford Nanopore technologies (ONT).
The postholder will design experiments, interpret data, draft manuscripts, monitor adherence to timescales, interact with external collaborators as necessary, share and publicise data, contribute to training of PhD students and visiting researchers, attend conferences and other outreach events. S(he) will be encouraged to develop research objectives and proposals, identify sources of research funding and contribute to the process of securing funds.
Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Professor Hermine Mkrtchyan (Hermine.mkrtchyan@uwl.ac.uk)
The Person
The successful applicant should ideally have a PhD in Microbiology, Genetics or Bioinformatics related research. Applicants must have experience in next generation sequencing and analysis. Applicants must also have excellent communication skills and a very high level of written and spoken English.
How to Apply
To apply click on ‘Apply’ and upload your CV and Cover Letter.
Further information about the application process can be found here:
https://jobs.uwl.ac.uk/display.aspx?id=1253&pid=0
Please email hr.recruitment@uwl.ac.uk if you need any assistance with the application process.
Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Professor Hermine Mkrtchyan (Hermine.mkrtchyan@uwl.ac.uk)
Additional Information
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
Please be advised that it is expected that appointment within a grade will normally be at the minimum point.
Applicants must hold a PhD in a relevant field with a demonstrable track record of research within the field.
We will intermittently review the applications as part of this open advert, therefore if successful, you will be shortlisted and contacted at any time.
The University of West London reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found.
Further details:
- Job Description
