Purpose of the role The purpose of this role is to support and maintain the University's national and international reputation for excellence in teaching and research. Contribution to excellence in research will be as a member of a research team within the School of Biological Sciences, carrying out research at a similar level to that undertaken by lecturing staff and will provide substantial scope for academic judgement, originality, interpretation and presentation of results. The role holder may also assist with grant administration and the writing of reports for funding bodies. The role holder will participate and add to the overall achievement of the Institute. Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 3 years in the first instance. Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online. Please notice that if you have not received any news from us 1 month after the closing date you should consider that on this occasion your application has not been successful. Please quote reference PD45249 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy. The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. Further information Further Particulars Apply online