Research Associate (Fixed Term)

Applications are invited for a postdoctoral Research Associate to join an interactive research group led by Professor Anne Ferguson-Smith in the Department of Genetics. The Research Associate will conduct an independent postdoctoral research project while also working collaboratively with members of the research team and others, taking bioinformatic and experimental approaches to study the genetics of epigenetic variation at mammalian retrotransposons, epigenetic inheritance and the epigenetic control of genome function.

A PhD in a biological science is required as well as experience in epigenetics, mammalian genomics or developmental genetics. The successful applicant must have previous bioinformatics experience and be able to demonstrate knowledge of transcriptome and other sequence analysis, and have the ability to develop and implement novel state-of-the-art bioinformatics tools for multi-omics analysis. Strong collaboration and communication skills are essential, with a demonstrated ability to work both independently and with others outside of the primary research group.

Fixed-term: Funding for this post is available until 1st December 2026 in the first instance.

Further information about research in the Ferguson-Smith group can be found on our website https://www.gen.cam.ac.uk/research-groups/research-groups/ferguson-smith

Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.

For informal enquiries about the role please contact Prof Anne Ferguson-Smith afsmith@gen.cam.ac.uk

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.

Please quote reference PC47660 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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Key information

Department/location
Department of Genetics

Salary
£37,694-£46,049

Reference
PC47660

Category
Research

Date published
20 October 2025

Closing date
2 November 2025

Further Particulars