Chair of Molecular Reproductive Biosciences
Chair of Molecular Reproductive Biosciences
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Grade UE10:per annum prorata if part time
CMVM/Institute for Regeneration and Repair/Centre for Reproductive Health
Fulltime: 35 hours per week
Openended (permanent)
The Opportunity:
The University of Edinburgh invites applications for a Chair of Molecular Reproductive Biosciences based at the Centre for Reproductive Health (CRH) in the Institute of Regeneration and Repair (IRR). The successful candidate will be a discovery scientist with an outstanding academic research record appropriate to the level of appointment both reputational and in publications who will:
Establish an internationally leading programme of research in endometrial biology with a focus on advanced invivo and invitro models alongside stateoftheart technologies.
Drive new national and international collaborations with existing areas of strength in reproductive biology in Edinburgh.
Provide leadership for the future development of translational gynaecology research in Edinburgh and internationally.
The CRH is an interdisciplinary research and teaching hub bringing together internationally renowned scientists and clinicians to push the boundaries of knowledge in reproductive biology and its practical applications in medicine. Based at the IRR within the Edinburgh BioQuarter the CRH research themes include gonadal function and fertility translational gynaecology (including reproductive cancers) and pregnancy and early life.
This post is fulltime 35 hours per week); however we are open to considering parttime or flexible working are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a noncontractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular oncampus working.
The salary for this post is 77386 to 90816per annum pro rata if part time.
Your skills and attributes for success:
- A PhD and expansive experience in academic research over a sustained period
- A track record of international standing in endometrial biology/translational gynaecology research
- Reputation for excellence in engaging external stakeholders and the general public in research and knowledge exchange
- Experience and capability to act as role model forreproductive biologyresearch teaching and management
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Application Information:
Please ensure you include the following documents in your application:
- CV
- Cover letter (max 2 pages A4
As a valued member of our team you can expect:
- A competitive salary
- An exciting positive creative challenging and rewarding place to work.
- To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
- Comprehensive Staff Benefits such as a generous holiday entitlement competitive pension schemes staff discounts and familyfriendly initiatives. Check out the full list on ourstaff benefits page(opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits.
Championing equality diversity and inclusion:
The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions actively promoting LGBT equality.
Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on ourright to work webpages(opens new browser tab).
The University is able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. If successful an international applicant requiring sponsorship to work in the UK will need to satisfy the UK Home Offices English Language requirements and apply for and secure a Skilled Worker Visa.
Please note if the role is offered on a parttime basis it may result in sponsorship being dependant on a number of factors specific to the successful applicant or the role no longer meeting the Home Offices criteria for sponsorship.
Key dates to note:
Closing date for applications 1 May 2025.
Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone.
Interviews will be held on Monday 16 June 2025.
Employment Type
Full-Time
