Senior Lecturer in Microbial Genomics and Bioinformatics

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The School of Medicine and Biosciences continues to deliver high-quality, internationally recognised research through strategic academic and industry partnerships and competitive international collaborations. The school places a strong emphasis on fostering multidisciplinary research across a range of scientific domains.

The Centre for Innovation in Genomics and Microbiome Sciences (CIGMiS) undertakes research aimed at addressing complex, systems-level questions in microbiome science. Its work spans fundamental investigations, such as elucidating the genetic makeup of microbiomes and pathogens and their interactions to applied research, including the development of novel therapies, technological and methodological innovations, and contributions to public health policy.

The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Senior Lecturer with expertise in Microbial (meta)genomics and Bioinformatics. The successful candidate will bring a strong academic background and a commitment to developing and delivering an innovative postgraduate programme and short courses. We particularly welcome applicants with a demonstrated passion for postgraduate teaching and supervision in areas such as computational genomics, metagenomics, and bioinformatics. S(he) will also support the New Genomics Services at CIGMiS, UWL.

The majority of academic staff will undertake a balance of research and teaching. This balance will be discussed and agreed with individuals during annual appraisal in line with operational needs, Centre, School and University strategy and with consideration of the individual’s career goals and development plans.

A PhD in a relevant discipline (e.g., microbiology, genomics, bioinformatics)Proven experience in teaching and postgraduate programme developmentA track record of research in microbiome science, metagenomics, whole genome sequencing, big data analysis, machine learning, and AI

For informal enquiries about the position please contact Prof Hermine Mkrtchyan, Hermine.Mkrtchyan@uwl.ac.uk

Our department is under-represented in terms of staff from minority ethnic backgrounds, of LGBTQIA+ identities, and with disabilities. UWL is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter, and is a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly those mentioned above to increase diversity in our workforce.

Interview dates are yet to be confirmed.

Please note we do not reimburse travel expenses for job interview.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

Please be advised that it is expected that appointment within a grade will normally be at the minimum point.

Applicants must hold a PhD in a relevant field with a demonstrable track record of research within the field.

We will intermittently review the applications as part of this open advert, therefore if successful, you will be shortlisted and contacted at any time.

The University of West London reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found.

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