Core Scientist: Livestock Hologenomics
Core Scientist: Livestock Hologenomics
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Job Description
Grade UE07: 40497 - 48149 per annum
College of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine/Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies/The Roslin Institute
Full-time: 35 hours per week
Fixed-term: to 31 March 2028
The Opportunity:
This post offers the opportunity to contribute to shape the research direction of a newly established research group. It will allow you to pursue your research interests in the areas of livestock hologenomics including quantitative genomics metagenomics and epigenetics with focus on a more sustainable cattle. You will work in close collaboration with the groups principal investigator to manage the research group and deliver research outcomes.
Your skills and attributes for success:
- Expertise in animal breeding quantitative genetics quantitative genomics and metagenomics.
- Experience in dry and wet lab.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively towards research group and individual objectives.
- Track record of research output of high quality and technical skills.
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Application Information:
Please ensure you include the following documents in your application:
- CV
- Cover letter
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 family-friendly 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.
Key dates to note:
The closing date for applications is 10 July 2025.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
