Vacancy ID:
13232
Location:
Leicester
School/Division:
Heritage and Culture
Vacancy terms:
Full-time, fixed term contract for two years or more
Salary details:
Grade 7 - £39,906 to £46,049 per annum
Hours per week:
37.5
Advert closes midnight on:
17 Jun 2026

About the role

We are seeking a talented and motivated Research Associate in Metabolomics to join an exciting interdisciplinary project investigating tuberculosis through archaeological science.

This role forms part of the TB-Omics project, which explores diagnostic tools for tuberculosis infection using modern and archaeological skeletal remains. You will play a key role in analysing metabolomic data to identify biomarkers and better understand disease processes, contributing to innovative One Health approaches to global health challenges.

As a Research Associate, you will:
 
  • Analyse metabolomic data from archaeological and modern bone samples
  • Apply statistical modelling and data visualisation techniques
  • Integrate metabolomics data within biological and archaeological frameworks
  • Contribute to the design and development of research methods and analytical approaches
  • Maintain high-quality data documentation, ensuring traceability and reproducibility
  • Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences
  • Collaborate with internal and external partners to advance the research programme
  • Support mentoring and development of students and early career researchers

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research within a collaborative and supportive research environment.

About you

We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled researcher with strong analytical and collaborative capabilities.
 
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
 
  • Strong bioinformatics and data analysis skills, particularly in metabolomics or lipidomics
  • Curiosity and self-motivation, with the ability to adapt to new analytical challenges
  • Excellent problem-solving ability, with a proactive approach to research challenges
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a research team
  • Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
  • Commitment to professional development and supporting the development of others
  • Collaborative mindset, contributing positively to an inclusive research culture

Additional information

Informal enquires are welcome and should be made to Sarah Inskip [email protected]

As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to professional development, this role will also be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Please ensure this is discussed with your line manager prior to applying. More information regarding secondments can be found here 
 
The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.

 As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive.

We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

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