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Overview University of Warwick Campus, Coventry, Stratford Campus. The School of Life Sciences (SLS) wishes to appoint six excellent and ambitious early career principal investigators to our academic research and teaching staff.Research AreasWe are looking for individuals who develop innovative and original research programmes that address current and future challenges with strong potential for translation and impact, in or across the following specific areas of life science:
About YouIndividuals whose research has strong potential for industrial collaborations and who are developing work with translatable and societal impact are particularly encouraged. Those taking engineering biology, computational, mathematical, or artificial intelligence-based approaches (in any area listed above) would also be particularly encouraged. Candidates must explain how they will benefit from, and enhance, the existing research being carried out in the School via collaborations, student co‑supervisions or interactions within our research clusters and with other departments. Researchers who can bridge between disciplines and with other departments are particularly encouraged and will benefit from Warwick’s investment in STEM as well as our strong interdisciplinary and international research community. All applicants must be able to demonstrate proven track records in publication and diverse sources of research income, and we particularly welcome applicants with independent fellowships.Research & Teaching EnvironmentYou will benefit from high‑quality research administrative support and research infrastructure within the School of Life Sciences, including advanced bioimaging, proteomics, genomics, mass spectrometry, bioinformatics, growth facilities for experimental plants and animals, and CL2 and CL3 laboratories. You will be positioned to attract PhD students from major BBSRC, MRC and NERC funded Doctoral Training Programs addition to developing your independent research programme, you will be expected to contribute to and develop various undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programmes in areas that reflect your research expertise and interests. The teaching areas of our strategic interest include Biomedical Science, Engineering Biology and Computational Biology.
Applicants must evidence a strong commitment to education and training as well as an interest in enhancing their own practice.Benefits of the PositionBenefits include:
Equal Opportunity PolicyWe are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all groups with protected characteristics traditionally under‑represented in STEM fields. The University is an Athena SWAN Silver award holder and has a strong commitment to gender equality and diversity.Relocation and Immigration SupportEligible candidates will receive relocation and immigration support, including visa application assistance, health surcharge subsidies and an agreed start‑up package for research.Application ProcessTo apply, submit a CV, a cover letter (no more than three pages) and contact details of three expert referees. Your cover letter should outline how you meet the essential and desirable criteria in the attached job description, your future research objectives and aspirations, distinctive aspects of your research, how you will attract funding, and potential collaboration opportunities at Warwick.Interview and Start Dates
Closing DeadlineCLOSING DEADLINE:
Sunday 31 May 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time). Benefits PackageWe provide a comprehensive range of benefits, including:
We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer flexible working arrangements. We are a Living Wage employer.Right to WorkIf you do not yet have the right to work in the UK and/or are seeking sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa, refer to guidance on obtaining the right to work in the UK.#J-18808-Ljbffr
- Biomedical microbiology and infectious disease.
- Biomedical cellular disease or immunity pathways.
- Environmental biology or environmental microbiology.
- Plant/crop science including phenomics, plant physiology, genetics/breeding or virology.
About YouIndividuals whose research has strong potential for industrial collaborations and who are developing work with translatable and societal impact are particularly encouraged. Those taking engineering biology, computational, mathematical, or artificial intelligence-based approaches (in any area listed above) would also be particularly encouraged. Candidates must explain how they will benefit from, and enhance, the existing research being carried out in the School via collaborations, student co‑supervisions or interactions within our research clusters and with other departments. Researchers who can bridge between disciplines and with other departments are particularly encouraged and will benefit from Warwick’s investment in STEM as well as our strong interdisciplinary and international research community. All applicants must be able to demonstrate proven track records in publication and diverse sources of research income, and we particularly welcome applicants with independent fellowships.Research & Teaching EnvironmentYou will benefit from high‑quality research administrative support and research infrastructure within the School of Life Sciences, including advanced bioimaging, proteomics, genomics, mass spectrometry, bioinformatics, growth facilities for experimental plants and animals, and CL2 and CL3 laboratories. You will be positioned to attract PhD students from major BBSRC, MRC and NERC funded Doctoral Training Programs addition to developing your independent research programme, you will be expected to contribute to and develop various undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programmes in areas that reflect your research expertise and interests. The teaching areas of our strategic interest include Biomedical Science, Engineering Biology and Computational Biology.
Applicants must evidence a strong commitment to education and training as well as an interest in enhancing their own practice.Benefits of the PositionBenefits include:
- High‑quality research administrative support and advanced facilities.
- Access to major doctoral training programmes and research clusters.
- Opportunities to develop undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programmes.
Equal Opportunity PolicyWe are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all groups with protected characteristics traditionally under‑represented in STEM fields. The University is an Athena SWAN Silver award holder and has a strong commitment to gender equality and diversity.Relocation and Immigration SupportEligible candidates will receive relocation and immigration support, including visa application assistance, health surcharge subsidies and an agreed start‑up package for research.Application ProcessTo apply, submit a CV, a cover letter (no more than three pages) and contact details of three expert referees. Your cover letter should outline how you meet the essential and desirable criteria in the attached job description, your future research objectives and aspirations, distinctive aspects of your research, how you will attract funding, and potential collaboration opportunities at Warwick.Interview and Start Dates
- Interview Date: 22nd and 23rd June 2026
- Start Date:
To Be Confirmed
Closing DeadlineCLOSING DEADLINE:
Sunday 31 May 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time). Benefits PackageWe provide a comprehensive range of benefits, including:
- Attractive pension scheme.
- 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
- Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
- Onsite childcare facilities.
- Excellent learning and development opportunities.
We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer flexible working arrangements. We are a Living Wage employer.Right to WorkIf you do not yet have the right to work in the UK and/or are seeking sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa, refer to guidance on obtaining the right to work in the UK.#J-18808-Ljbffr
