Research Associate/Research Fellow
We are seeking a brilliant post-doctoral researcher to lead on a range of innovative epi-/genetics and neuroimaging projects related to an ERC/UKRI-funded 5-year project on BrainHealth.
About The Role
The project, led by Dr Esther Walton, aims to map how our epigenome and brain ages; and how this links to lifelong mental health.
Whereas most studies to date have focused on the issue of ageing from the ages 40 or 50 onwards, this work will take a novel approach looking at the ageing process right across people’s life courses – from birth to death.
This project combines epi-/genetic and neuroimaging expertise and we welcome applications from applicants with expertise in either one field (or both).
We expect that applicants for Research Fellow will have significant postdoctoral experience, with a demonstrable track record of leading and publishing epi-/genetic and/or neuroimaging research independently.
Research Fellows will be capable of leading the development of research objectives, projects and analysis and training other members of the team in data analysis techniques.
About You
* A PhD in Psychology, Neuroscience or Genetics; or related discipline
* Extensive experience in epi-/genetic data analysis (polygenic risk scores, EWAS) and/or neuroimaging (Freesurfer, Matlab)
* Experience and interest in conducting research in (epi-)genetic or neuroimaging psychology.
* Experience with R, Python or Matlab programming, advanced statistical and epi-/genetic and/or neuroimaging skills
* Excellent team working, communication, and time management skills are also essential.
Additional Information
As part of the University’s commitment to research staff development, the post holder will be supported to undertake professional development, including a minimum of 10 days per year pro rata.
We have one vacancy available offered on a full time (36.5 hours per week) fixed-term basis. The post is funded for 24 months.
Informal enquiries about this role should be directed to Dr Esther Walton (e.walton@bath.ac.uk).
Benefits
* Free counselling services through Health Assured
* Cycle to work scheme
* Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
* Staff discount at Team Bath gym
* Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees
* Staff discount on language courses
* Generous employer contributory pension schemes
* Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days
* A wide range of personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships, LinkedIn Learning and more
* Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath
* Local discounts and more
* A family-friendly workplace
* An excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
* Relocation allowance
* Visa reimbursement and Interest‑Free Loan to help with the cost of some immigration expenses
Terms and Conditions of Employment
Right to Work in the UK: We do not assess immigration or right to work status until offer stage. Being invited to interview does not guarantee you are eligible for visa sponsorship and all offers are conditional on meeting right to work requirements. Further information is available on our application support webpage.
Anonymous shortlisting: We are constantly seeking to reduce the unconscious bias that enters any assessment process, with the goal of creating an inclusive and equal assessment process. To support this, personal details such as your name, may be removed from application forms at the initial shortlisting stage.
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