Contract Type: Fixed Term - 24 Months Are you a motivated Researcher with an interest in supporting research in Fungal science and Microbiology? Are you committed to excellence in a laboratory setting? If so, this exciting opportunity may be an ideal role for you. As Research Associate you can expect to be involved in: Contributing to the designing and execution of research projects, ensuring alignment with institutional and departmental goals. Conducting individual and collaborative research, gathering and analysing data to derive meaningful conclusions. Organising, storing and writing up results and report regularly to the research group, partners and other stakeholders. What will you bring to the role? PhD in Microbiology/Genetics or related relevant discipline (or to be in the final stages of obtaining such a qualification) Evidence of research excellence in Microbiology, including publications in internationally competitive journals and conference presentations Ability to carry out research independently What we can offer in return: As a member of our team, you can expect a friendly, open and collaborative working environment and support in your development and wellbeing. You'll enjoy a range of great staff benefits including: Hybrid working options allowing a flexible blend of office and home working (to be agreed in line with business needs) 43 days' leave per year (personal leave, bank holidays and additional days allocated for the Christmas period, pro rata for part-time staff) Excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions Corporate employee-funded healthcare plan, in partnership with Benenden Health For more information about what you can look forward to if you join us, visit our dedicated webpage: Working at Kent We are ambitious for our people, our communities and the region we serve – join us in making the world a better place. Visit our website for more on who we are: http://www.kent.ac.uk/about/ Please see the links below to view the full job description and to apply for this post. For further information regarding the application process, please contact peopleserviceshrkent.ac.uk quoting reference number CSF-355-24. Further details: Please note that we prioritise applications from current University of Kent redeployees. We will let you know if this post is to be filled by a redeployee as, in this instance, your application will unfortunately not be taken forward. Applications must be made via the University’s online application system; CVs or details sent directly to the department or via email cannot be considered. The University of Kent values diversity and promotes equality at all levels. £38,205 to £42,978. Grade 7, per annum