Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Bioinformatics): The University of Birmingham’s School of Biosciences invites applications for a Research Fellow position to work on a project aimed at accelerating maturation and flowering of broadleaved tree species. This is a fixed-term position for two years, focusing on bioinformatics research in collaboration with leading institutions.
Designation:
Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Fixed-Term)
Job Details:
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Bioinformatics, Plant Genomics |
| Location | University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK |
| Eligibility/Qualifications | – Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant STEM discipline (Biological sciences, Data Science) – PhD (or nearing completion) in Bioinformatics, Plant Genomics, or related field |
| Salary | £36,636 (Grade 7) |
| Contract Type | Fixed-Term contract up to March 2028 |
| Placed On | 12th March 2026 |
| Closes | 26th March 2026 |
| Job Reference | 106589 |
Job Description:
The successful candidate will:
- Conduct experimental work under the supervision of Dr. Andrew Plackett and Dr. Graeme Kettles, primarily bioinformatic, while supporting wet-lab duties (e.g., RNA extraction).
- Manage their time effectively to meet project milestones and funder requirements.
- Analyze and interpret data, developing research objectives and proposals in collaboration with project mentors.
- Assist in designing follow-on experiments and writing research funding bids.
- Disseminate findings through publications and presentations.
- Supervise students and contribute to departmental research activities.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their electronic application through the University of Birmingham’s application portal. For informal inquiries, please contact Dr. Andrew Plackett at A.R.G.Plackett@bham.ac.uk.
Last Date for Apply:
26th March 2026
For further details and to download the complete job description, please click the ‘Apply’ button on the University of Birmingham’s job listing webpage.
