Research Associate in Evolutionary Mycology
We seek a highly motivated and dedicated postdoctoral researcher experienced in evolutionary microbiology or mycology to study how anthropogenic environmental stressors interact with fungal genotypes to affect mutation rates and the evolution of antifungal resistance.
The successful candidate will join a lab group focused on understanding the factors driving the remarkable adaptability of the human fungal pathogen Aspergillus fumigatus based in the Manchester Fungal Infection Group (MFIG). The position involves laboratory‑based research to assess the mechanisms of mutation rate plasticity within A. fumigatus, as well as designing and running long‑term evolution experiments, requiring whole genome sequencing and bioinformatic analysis.
Applicants should have a PhD (or equivalent) in biological science and a strong background in evolutionary microbiology or mycology, with demonstrable experience in computational analyses of genome sequence data.
The 3‑year full‑time position is funded by the Wellcome Trust and is available from February 2026.
What you will get in return
* Market‑leading pension scheme
* Employee health and wellbeing services, including an Employee Assistance Programme
* Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
* Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
* Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers
Equal Opportunities
We are an equal opportunities employer and 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.
Recruitment information
Please note we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from recruitment agencies. Any recruitment enquiries from agencies should be directed to People.Recruitment@manchester.ac.uk. CVs submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.
Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews: Dr Michael Bottery, michael.bottery@manchester.ac.uk. General enquiries: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk. Technical support: https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home. 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.
Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here. Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.
We do not provide individual feedback on your application due to the number of applications.
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