Job Description

Salary

The starting salary will be from 34,132 to 39,355 on Grade E for a Postdoctoral Research Associate, or 42,882 on Grade F for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow, depending on qualifications and experience.

Contractual hours

36.5

Package

Generous holiday allowances, flexible working, pension scheme and relocation package (if applicable).

Job category/type

Research

Date posted

22/04/2025

Job reference

Q04746

Faculty of Health and Life Sciences

This new full-time post is available from 1 September 2025 until 31 August 2027 on a fixed term basis.



This role offers the opportunity for hybrid working - some time on campus and some from home.



We welcome applications from candidates interested in working part-time hours (minimum 29.2 hours, 0.8 FTE).

The post

The Department of Psychology wishes to recruit a Postdoctoral Research Associate or Fellow to work on a project using genetic and molecular epidemiological methods to investigate cognitive function and dementia risk. This Academy of Medical Sciences funded post is available from 01/09/2025 for a period of 24 months. The successful applicant will analyse large-scale datasets, including UK Biobank, to identify proteomic associations with cognitive function, and use causal methodologies, including Mendelian randomisation, to investigate the proteomic basis of the link between cognitive function and dementia risk.



The post will include performing literature reviews, using advanced statistical methods, presenting findings at conferences, and preparing manuscripts for publication.



Opportunities for hybrid working can be discussed, however, please note that some on-campus working will be required.

About you

The successful applicant will be able to develop research objectives, projects and proposals; identify sources of research funding and contribute to the process of securing funds and make presentations at conferences and other events.

Research Associate:

Applicants will possess a relevant PhD (or nearing completion) or equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study. Applicants will be able to demonstrate sufficient knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to work within this research programme.

Research Fellow:

Applicants will possess a relevant PhD or equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study. The successful applicant will be a nationally recognised authority in genetic/molecular epidemiology, and possess sufficient specialist knowledge in the discipline to develop research programmes and methodologies. The successful applicant will also be able to work collaboratively, supervise the work of others and act as team leader as required. Applicants will be able to analyse large datasets at an advanced level using R, interpret their findings in the context of the research literature, and communicate their findings via conference presentations and scientific publications.

Please ensure you read the and Person Specification for full details of this role.

What we can offer you

Freedom (and the support) to pursue your intellectual interests and to work creatively across disciplines to produce internationally exciting research; Support teams that understand the University wide research and teaching goals and partner with our academics accordingly An Innovation, Impact and Business directorate that works closely with our academics providing specialist support for external engagement and development Our Exeter Academic initiative supporting high performing academics to achieve their potential and develop their career A multitude of staff benefits including sector leading benefits around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), Paternity leave (up to 6 weeks full pay), and a Fertility Treatment Policy A beautiful campus set in the heart of stunning Devon.

The University of Exeter

We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 200 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 and QS World University Ranking 2024). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2023, underpinned by Gold ratings for Student Experience and Student Outcomes.



Our world-leading research impact has grown more than any other Russell Group university in recent years, and we are home to some of the world's most influential researchers, seeking to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today. More than 99 percent of our research is of international quality and 47 percent is world-leading (2021 Research Excellence Framework).



We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students. Read about our world leading research - Green Futures and how we are transforming education for a changing world. We are located in a beautiful part of the country and Exeter (a fast growing tech hub) is one of only a few UK cities to have been designated as a UNESCO Creative City

Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

We are committed to ensuring reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces.



Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community.



With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 different countries we offer a diverse and engaging environment where our diversity is celebrated and valued as a major strength. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive; where diverse voices are heard through our engagement with evidence-based charter frameworks for gender (Athena SWAN and Project Juno for Physics), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident employer.



We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from service people.

Further information

For further information please contact Dr. Rosie Walker, e-mail r.walker4@exeter.ac.uk.



Interviews are expected to take place in June.