Next Generation Fellow

The Centre for Trophoblast Research (CTR) was founded in 2007 as a Centre of excellence to promote scientific study of the placenta, early development and maternal-fetal interactions during pregnancy. It brings together over 30 Principal Investigators, many of whom are recognized international experts in their fields. The CTR was one of the University of Cambridge’s first inter-school initiatives.

The CTR has an established highly-successful program to fund and mentor Next Generation Research Fellowships (NGF). NGF are aimed at promoting the careers of high-calibre individuals pursuing innovative research falling within the remit of the Centre. NGF are flexible to suit individual needs, and to enable the postholder to develop as an independent researcher within a supportive and stimulating environment. Holders are expected, and will be supported, to apply for Research Fellowship/Career Development Awards from research councils or other funders, or a faculty position during their tenure.

NGF are a springboard to a long and successful career in the field of placental and reproductive biology.

The CTR has an opening for a Next Generation Research Fellow who will complement and synergise with our existing research programmes.

We welcome applications from across a diverse range of research relevant to our Grand Challenges on our web site: https://www.trophoblast.cam.ac.uk/about-us/objectives

NGF will be mentored to develop and establish an independent research program to carry out research that will complement that of other groups within the CTR. NGF will be expected to contribute fully to the activities of the CTR and to their host department. They will supervise MPhil/masters, summer and/or Part II students. They may be a co-applicant on research grant applications to recruit, train and co-supervise postdoctoral researchers, research assistants, technical staff and PhD students, depending on the outcome of external funding. They will act proactively to manage their group members.

The post holder will be expected to create a strong track record of publishing high impact papers and disseminate the results of their work in any ways that seem appropriate and effective and will be responsible for safety within the group, including responsibility for compliance with all the relevant laws (Home Office, HTA, HFEA).

Candidates should hold a PhD in a relevant subject and have an extensive in-depth knowledge of their chosen subject, as well as a high-quality publication track record in academic journals or equivalent. Please refer to the further particulars document for a full list of essential skills and qualifications.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. The Department of Physiology, Development & Neuroscience particularly encourages women and candidates from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background to apply for this vacancy.

Appointments will be made on a fixed-term, full-time, basis for a period of 3 years, with the possibility of up to 1 year extension.  The salary range is £32,344 – £40,927, plus justified research consumables/equipment up to £20,000 per annum & travel support.

We would also welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.

To apply to this post, candidates should first identify a research Sponsor from the list of Principal Investigators within the Centre for Trophoblast Research and discuss their research plans with them.

Instructions for applications: Candidates must submit a fully-costed research proposal using the CTR application form and a copy of their CV via the Cambridge University Job Opportunities website https://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/ by the 28^th January 2022. In addition, candidates should ask up to 3 referees to submit a confidential letter of reference via email to ctrngf@pdn.cam.ac.uk by the 28^th January 2022.

We aim to hold Zoom interviews in March 2022 after the closing date.

To find out more about the CTR please visit our website at: https://www.trophoblast.cam.ac.uk/

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