The University of Edinburgh is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate in Computational Genomics to join our team. This role involves analyzing long and short read genome data from infertile men, focusing on complex variant detection and interpretation using advanced computational and machine learning approaches. You will develop and apply computational pipelines, contribute to publications, and collaborate internationally. This position offers significant career development opportunities in computational skills and translational research.

This post is full-time (35 hours per week), with flexibility in working patterns and potential for hybrid working considered.

Requirements

• PhD (or near completion) in a relevant field.
• Strong coding skills in Python/R and Linux/UNIX, or expertise in genome analysis with motivation to upskill computationally.
• Experience in genomics and high-throughput sequencing.
• Proven track record of independent research with at least one first-author paper.
• Enthusiasm for academic growth, including presenting work and supporting junior researchers.

Responsibilities

• Analyze long and short read genome data from infertile men.
• Focus on complex variant detection and interpretation using computational and machine learning approaches.
• Develop and apply advanced computational pipelines.
• Contribute to impactful publications.
• Collaborate with leading researchers in the UK and globally.
• Present work and support junior researchers.
• Contribute to public and patient engagement activities.

Benefits

• Grade UE07: £41,064 to £48,822 per annum.
• Competitive salary.
• Exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Diverse and vibrant international community.
• Dynamic international research network.
• Support for career development, including specialised training programmes, workshops, and mentoring.
• Opportunities to contribute to public and patient engagement activities.
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits: generous holiday entitlement, competitive pension schemes, staff discounts, and family-friendly initiatives.

Application Process

• Required documents: CV and Cover letter.
• Closing date for applications: 30th March 2026, 11:59pm GMT.
• Interviews will be held shortly after the advertisement closes.

About University of Edinburgh The University of Edinburgh champions equality, diversity, and inclusion, holding a Silver Athena SWAN award and being members of the Race Equality Charter and Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions.

Contact

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