Grade UE07 £41,064 - £48,822 per annum
CSE / Institute of Quantitative Biology, Biochemistry and Biotechnology / School of Biological Sciences
Full Time: 35 hours per week
Fixed term: 24-months
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity to join the lab of Stephen Wallace and research at the interface of biology and chemistry is available. We are seeking highly motivated postdoctoral researchers to develop novel, sustainable and circular biomanufacturing methods. You would become part of a large multidisciplinary friendly team, working as part of a multinational consortium with access to world-class facilities.
Specifically, the candidate would be optimising microbial strains for production of rubber monomers and develop upstream and downstream methods for increased yield of volatile chemicals from sustainable feedstocks.
We value colleagues with drive, determination and a passion for what they do. We are a place where everyone is welcome and offer a range of policies and benefits designed to support you in building the right meaningful flexibility that works for you.
A career with us has a range of other benefits that can be tailored to your lifestyle:
Opportunities to develop new skills and broaden your experience
Leading-edge research
Variety every day
Responsibility and autonomy
Excellent benefits and support
This post is full-time (35 hours per week); however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns. We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working.
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How to apply
Please include the following documents in your application:
- CV
- Cover letter
- Two academic references
As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
A competitive salary.
An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
Comprehensive Staff Benefits, including generous annual leave entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, a wide range of staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the value of your pay and benefits.
Championing equality, diversity, and inclusion
The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter, and we are also a Stonewall Proud Employer, actively promoting LGBTQ+ equality.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates
Prior to any employment commencing with the University, you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages (opens new browser tab )
On this occasion the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this role. International workers will therefore only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.
Key dates to note
The closing date for applications is 29 th June 2026.
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