Postdoctoral Researcher
Posted 9 days 12 hours ago by The University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh - Western General, Midlothian, United Kingdom (100% On-campus)
Job Info- Job Identification 12210
- Locations Western General Hospital, Edinburgh, EH4 2XU, GB (100% On-campus)
- Organization MRC University Unit for Human Genetics, Edinburgh University Group
- Department MRC University Unit for Human Genetics
- Apply Before 04/08/2025, 10:59 PM
- Health and Safety Requirements No key hazards identified for this post
- Criminal Record Check No criminal record check required
- Contract Type Fixed Term
- Work Duration Months 24
- Grade UE07
- Number of Openings 1
- Job Function Researcher
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:
- 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.
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:
- 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.
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.
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.
Key dates to note
The closing date for applications is 8th April 2025.
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About the TeamA deep understanding of human genome function - particularly for the non-coding genome - is an outstanding grand challenge. Our mission is to discover how our genome controls the function of molecules, cells and tissues, in health and disease, connecting human genetic variation to phenotype.
Multidisciplinary HGU research programs embrace genetic, computational, biochemical, cellular, model organism and clinical approaches, to gain meaningful insights across scales and dynamic processes.