Postdoctoral Research Associate (Fixed Term)

Overview

The University of Cambridge is seeking a postdoctoral research associate to join the research group of Professor Rita Horvath at the Department of Clinical Neurosciences and the John Van Geest Brain Repair Centre. This fixed-term position is based on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus in the United Kingdom and is funded for 24 months initially, with the possibility of extension.

What you get

The appointment provides a salary ranging from £37,694 to £46,049 per annum on a full-time basis. The role offers access to state-of-the-art facilities, clinical samples from the MitoCamb neurogenetics clinic, and opportunities for training and independent bioinformatic analysis of large datasets.

Requirements

Applicants must ensure they are eligible to live and work in the United Kingdom.

How to apply

Candidates must apply online and include the reference number RR51412. The application requires uploading a covering letter that outlines suitability and motivation for the role, a CV, and details of referees including email addresses and phone numbers, with one being the most recent line manager. No unrequested additional documents will be considered. Informal inquiries can be directed to Rita Horvath via email.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is 1st November 2026. The interview date is to be confirmed.