Post-doctoral Research Associate in Marine Environmental DNA;

Post-doctoral Research Associate in Marine Environmental DNA (Fixed term)

We are seeking to appoint a Research Fellow to join Prof Mariani’s team ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).), based at the LJMU School of Biological & Environmental Sciences, to be a key driver in a new Horizon Europe project: SEA4

FUTURE.

The research is broadly aimed at improving the sustainability of Mediterranean fisheries and involves 23 institutions in 10 countries. The Liverpool-based team will coordinate work-package 2 – focused on the generation of biodiversity data and complementary interdisciplinary information to enable assessment of fisheries impacts.

You will be responsible for generating eDNA metabarcoding data from fisheries across the Mediterranean, entailing the development of an ambitious sampling design, running laboratory experiments using molecular techniques, carrying out bioinformatics and statistical analyses, and leading academic publications. Engagement in outreach initiatives will also be important.

Informal enquiries can be made to Professor Stefano Mariani:

Anticipated interview date (remote): 22nd January 2026. In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family‑friendly policies.

• PhD or equivalent in environmental biology, marine science, genetics, molecular biology or a related discipline.
• Experience with eDNA metabarcoding, sampling design and laboratory molecular techniques.
• Proficiency in bioinformatics, statistical analysis and data visualization.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and a record of academic publications.
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team and contribute to outreach initiatives.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Pension scheme.
• Induction and development support.
• Family‑friendly policies.

LJMU is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities irrespective of age, transgender status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity and religion or belief. All our appointments are made on merit.

Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.