Postdoctoral Research Associate

University of Edinburgh Information Services Group

Postdoctoral scientist developing pan-fungal molecular bioimaging tools at the University of Edinburgh. Engineering fluorescent pathogen strains and analysing experiments with interdisciplinary researchers.

Posted 8/18/2026full-timeEdinburgh • 🇬🇧 United KingdomJuniorMid-Level💰 £41,064 - £48,822 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Engineering Biology with a focus on Computational and Bioinformatic techniques for strain engineering. Capable of designing and analyzing experiments while collaborating effectively with both experimental and computational scientists.

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Postdoctoral ResearcherComputational ExpertiseBioinformatic SkillsExperiment DesignCollaboration

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Hard Skills

Molecular BioimagingFluorescent LabellingStrain EngineeringData AnalysisExperimental Design

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunication

Industry Keywords

Fungal BiologyMedical MycologyResearch DevelopmentGrant Writing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop a pan-fungal molecular bioimaging toolbox
Create fluorescent-labelled fungal pathogen strains to reveal previously hidden aspects of fungal biology
Lead computational and bioinformatic aspects of strain engineering
Design and analyse experiments investigating engineered strains
Collaborate with experimental and computational scientists across the team
Contribute to research questions within the programme on fungal bioimaging
Support delivery of key project outcomes
Potentially develop a side project and co-write grant applications

Requirements

What you’ll need

Postdoctoral scientist/researcher profile in Engineering Biology
Post-Doctorate study level
Computational and bioinformatic expertise for strain engineering
Ability to design and analyse experiments
Ability to collaborate with experimental and computational scientists
Research interest or willingness to transition into medical mycology
Ability to deliver key project outcomes
Right to work in the UK, or eligibility for employment sponsorship
Application must include a CV and cover letter

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunities to develop new skills and broaden your experience
Leading-edge research
Opportunities for publication
Working within one of the world’s leading universities
Comprehensive Staff Benefits
Generous annual leave entitlement
Defined benefits pension scheme
Wide range of staff discounts
Family-friendly initiatives
Flexible work options
Flexible working patterns
Hybrid working options
Support for professional development, mentoring, networking, events and training opportunities
Potential support for transition to independence, including developing a side project and co-writing grant applications