The University of Edinburgh
Postdoctoral Research Associate
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Job Description
Grade UE07: £41,064 - £48,822 per annum
CMVM / Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies / Roslin Institute
Full-time: 35 hours per week
Fixed-term: 3 years or until 31 March 2030
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in livestock genome engineering to join a Gates Foundation-funded project aiming to improve dairy productivity in cattle in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Working alongside quantitative geneticists and computational biologists, you will develop and deploy genome engineering approaches in cattle cells to test genetic changes prioritised by AI models and genetic studies as candidates for improving milk production and feed efficiency.
You will join a team of wet-lab and computational biologists using genetic improvement to tackle challenges in livestock production, from productivity and sustainability to disease. The role offers a unique opportunity to combine genome engineering skills with understanding of gene regulation to address real-world challenges facing tropical small-holder livestock systems. You will build an international network spanning academia, industry and breeding partners, while contributing to the wider engineering biology environment at Roslin (https://vet.ed.ac.uk/roslin/engineering-biology/about).
For more details on the post please contact Dr Musa Hassan (Musa.Hassan@roslin.ed.ac.uk).
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How To Apply
To apply, please include a cover letter stating your fit and motivation for the position and a CV detailing your academic qualifications and relevant research experience and track record.
As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
- A competitive salary.
- An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
- To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
- Comprehensive Staff Benefits, including generous annual leave entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, a wide range of staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page and use our reward calculator to discover the value of your pay and benefits.
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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.
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Key dates to note
The closing date for applications is 19 October 2026.
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About Us
As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. Between now and 2030 we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.
About The Team
The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies (https://vet.ed.ac.uk/about/what-we-do) (opens in a new browser tab) is a one-of-a-kind centre of excellence in clinical activity, teaching and research. Our purpose-built campus, set against the Pentland Hills Regional Park, is home to over 800 staff and a thriving student community (https://vet.ed.ac.uk/education) (opens in a new browser tab).
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The School comprises the Roslin Institute, three veterinary hospitals, a pathology unit, innovation centre and a range of research centres and services.
We represent one of the largest concentrations of animal science expertise in Europe, impacting local, regional, national and international communities in terms of economic growth, the provision of clinical services and the advancement of scientific knowledge.
Education
The School is widely accredited, enabling our graduates to practise across the globe. We are ranked among the best vet schools in the UK and internationally, evidencing our leadership in veterinary education, research and clinical practice.
The Roslin Institute collaborates closely in delivering research-led teaching to undergraduate veterinary students, and promoting clinical veterinary research and translation.
The School’s position as part of the College of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine enables the translation of expertise and knowledge into human health and vice-versa.
Research Impact
In a joint submission to the latest UK Research Excellence Framework exercise, research at the School and Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) ranked number one in the UK for agriculture, food and veterinary sciences by combining ratings for each institution. The research environment was rated 100 per cent world leading or internationally excellent, as was the impact of our research on society.
Community
The School holds Athena SWAN Silver, and the Roslin Institute Gold. The campus is home to a thriving and diverse community of staff and students, with access to facilities including allotments, cycle facilities, fitness trails, restaurants and a gym.
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