Research Fellow

The University of Manchester has an extensive program in the clinical application of pharmacogenetics. Building on experience in point of care diagnostics and clinical pathways for pharmacogenetics, the team led by Prof Newman has been awarded a grant from Innovate UK to work on a number of projects with companies across Greater Manchester to develop novel approaches to pharmacogenetics. The post-holder will be working on a range of projects. The post-holder will be expected to have significant post-doctoral experience and to have worked in an internationally leading pharmacogenetics laboratory. The successful applicant will require extensive molecular biology and informatics skills relevant to pharmacogenetics. An expectation will be to start to develop an independent research program in clinical pharmacogenetics.

This is a full-time post for 22 months starting 1st June 2023.

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here

Blended working arrangements may be considered

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: William Newman

Email: william.newman@manchester.ac.uk

General enquiries:

Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk

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This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.

e: The University of Manchester has an extensive program in the clinical application of pharmacogenetics. Building on experience in point of care diagnostics and clinical pathways for pharmacogenetics, the team led by Prof Newman has been awarded a grant from Innovate UK to work on a number of projects with companies across Greater Manchester to develop novel approaches to pharmacogenetics. The post-holder will be working on a range of projects. The post-holder will be expected to have significant post-doctoral experience and to have worked in an internationally leading pharmacogenetics laboratory. The successful applicant will require extensive molecular biology and informatics skills relevant to pharmacogenetics. An expectation will be to start to develop an independent research program in clinical pharmacogenetics.

This is a full-time post for 22 months starting 1st June 2023