Postdoctoral Research Fellow

The Opportunity:

To conduct research funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (ESPRC) to develop a novel and preventative solution to catheter-related thrombosis and infection. The project will require the use of an in vivo model of catheter-based thrombosis that will be analysed using a broad range of techniques (e.g., histology, immunohistochemistry, ELISA and imaging). 

To contribute to the development of new ideas, approaches, concepts or techniques, to the overall direction and management of this research project, and to publishing or otherwise disseminating the outputs of the research.

This post is full-time (35 hours per week); however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns. We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working. 

The post is fixed term for 11 months. The salary for this post is at Grade UE07: £ 41,064 to £48,822 per annum, pro-rata if part-time. An appointment above Step 1 on the grade scale may result in a shorter contract duration due to budget limitations.

 

Your skills and attributes for success: 

• Appropriate degree, with relevant post-graduate research experience and accumulated knowledge.
• A PhD or equivalent professional qualification and/or experience in the field of Cardiovascular Science.
• Experience in molecular biology, analytical techniques, and histology. 
• Home Office Licence Module 1-4 or equivalent training (with surgical expertise). 
• Strong planning and organising 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 our staff 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 our right to work webpages (opens new browser tab).

On this occasion the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this role. International workers will therefore only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK. 

 

Key dates to note

The closing date for applications is 28th August 2025.

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Interviews will be held TBC.

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