Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

This Genentech funded full‑time post is immediately available on a fixed term basis until 31 December 2027. The starting salary will be from £43,482 on Grade F, depending on knowledge, skills and experience. This role is subject to a DBS check. The University of Exeter is committed to safeguarding and welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

The Faculty of Health and Life Sciences wishes to recruit a Postdoctoral Research Fellow with excellent data analysis and interpretation skills to work on an EU multi‑centre observational study, BEAT‑DKD (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).), which seeks to identify early biomarkers for progression of diabetic kidney disease. The successful applicant will work closely with Dr Kim Gooding and Professor Angela Shore and will be responsible for leading the data analysis of the Exeter BEAT‑DKD sub‑studies, driving paper drafting and significantly contributing to the data‑analysis of the main BEAT‑DKD consortium imaging study with support from supervisors and the study team.

Responsibilities include data management and analysis, integrating a variety of data sources (clinical, different imaging modalities, traditional and novel biofluid‑based biomarkers such as omics data) using innovative approaches, liaising with the central BEAT‑DKD data management team, statistical analysis and preparing local manuscripts and participating in central BEAT‑DKD writing groups.

Applicants will possess a relevant PhD or equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study and an established track record of publishing papers demonstrating their analytical expertise. Applicants will have experience developing data analysis plans, integrating and analysing data from a variety of sources, and disseminating their work. The successful applicant will also be able to work collaboratively, provide statistical/analysis advice and expertise, supervise the work of others and act as a team leader if required.

Applicants will be able to demonstrate sufficient knowledge in the discipline and of analytical methods and techniques to work within established research programmes. The successful applicant will be able to develop research proposals, identify sources of research funding and make presentations at conferences and other events.

The University of Exeter encourages applications from all groups underrepresented in our community, including racially minoritised individuals and those with disabilities. We promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

• Freedom (and the support) to pursue your intellectual interests and to work creatively across disciplines.
• Support teams that understand the University‑wide teaching goals and partner with our academics accordingly.
• An Innovation, Impact and Business directorate that works closely with our academics providing specialist support for external engagement and development.
• Our Exeter Academic initiative supports high‑performing academics to achieve their potential and develop their career.
• A multitude of staff benefits including sector‑leading benefits around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), paternity leave (up to 6 weeks full pay) and a Fertility Treatment Policy.
• A beautiful campus set in the heart of stunning Devon/Cornwall.