University of Cambridge
Next Generation Fellow (Fixed Term)
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The Loke Centre for Trophoblast Research
The Loke Centre for Trophoblast Research (CTR) was founded in 2007 as a Centre of excellence to promote scientific study of the placenta, early development and maternal-fetal interactions during pregnancy. It brings together over 30 Principal Investigators, many of whom are recognized international experts in their fields.
Next Generation Fellowship Opening
The Loke CTR has an opening for a Next Generation Fellow who will complement and synergise with our existing research programmes. Next Generation Fellowships are a springboard to a long and successful career in the field of placental and reproductive biology and highly flexible to suit individual needs, to enable the postholder to develop as an independent researcher. Holders are expected, and will be supported, to apply for Research Fellowship/Career Development Awards from research councils or other funders, or a faculty position during their tenure.
Find out more about the fellowship on our website: https://www.trophoblast.cam.ac.uk/ngf-overview
Many of our Next Generation Fellows have used the opportunity as a stepping stone to independent group leader positions: https://www.trophoblast.cam.ac.uk/next-generation-fellow-alumni
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What to Expect
Next Generation Fellows will be mentored to develop and establish an independent research program that will complement that of other groups within the Centre for Trophoblast Research. Fellows will be expected to contribute fully to the activities of the Loke CTR and to their host department. They will supervise MPhil/masters, summer and/or undergraduate students. They may be a co-applicant on research grant applications to recruit, train and co-supervise postdoctoral researchers, research assistants, technical staff and PhD students.
The post holder will be expected to create a strong track record of publishing high impact papers and disseminate the results of their work in any ways that seem appropriate and effective (e.g. via conferences and seminars). They will be responsible for compliance with all the relevant laws (Home Office, HTA, HFEA).
Candidate Requirements
Candidates should hold a PhD and have a high-quality publication track record in academic journals or equivalent. We welcome applications from across a diverse range of research relevant to our Grand Challenges: https://www.trophoblast.cam.ac.uk/about-us/objectives
Contract Details
Appointments will be made on a fixed-term, full-time, basis for a period of 3 years (Grade 7, £37,694- £46,049 for appointments in 2027). There is a possibility of up to 1-year extension. The contract further includes research consumables/equipment of £60,000 and travel support up to £750 over the duration of the fellowship.
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How to Apply
To apply to this post, candidates should first identify a research Sponsor from the list of Principal Investigators: https://www.trophoblast.cam.ac.uk/people/principal-investigators within the Centre for Trophoblast Research, and discuss their research plans with them.
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Application Documentation
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Up to 3 letters of reference
- Letter of support from your chosen Loke CTR sponsor
- Loke CTR Next Generation Fellowship application form
Closing Date
Closing date: midnight on 31st January 2027.
Please quote reference PM50284 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
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