Postdoctoral Research Associate

Overview

Queen Mary University of London is recruiting a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join its vibrant research community in an engaging and collaborative academic environment. This full-time, fixed-term research role offers the opportunity to contribute to impactful research within one of the university’s leading academic units, advancing knowledge in a specialised field (project details vary by specific department/centre). The successful postholder will be part of a research team, undertaking high-quality research activities, contributing to scholarly outputs, and engaging with academic colleagues and wider stakeholders.

This position supports the university’s mission of generating excellence in research and fostering innovation across disciplines, with access to outstanding facilities and opportunities for professional development.

Applicants should hold a PhD in a relevant discipline (such as a life science, physical science, engineering, social science or other matched field depending on the specific research area) by the start date, or be close to completion with imminent award of the degree. Candidates should demonstrate a strong academic record and research potential appropriate for a postdoctoral level appointment.

The ideal candidate will bring robust research skills relevant to the project’s domain, including a solid grounding in research design, data analysis and interpretation, and the ability to communicate research findings effectively in academic formats. Strong organizational, collaborative, and written/verbal communication skills are important for success in this role. Experience with specialised methods, techniques or tools pertinent to the project’s focus will be advantageous.

Salary for Postdoctoral Research Associate positions at Queen Mary University of London typically falls in the range of approximately £38,419 to £46,618 per annum, dependent on experience and qualifications.

The closing date for applications is indicated on the official job posting.