Field Research Lead: Evolution of Social Insect Castes in Africa

Atomic Layer Deposition; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university in Bristol seeks a Senior Research Associate to study the evolution of castes in social insects through extensive fieldwork in Cameroon, Kenya, and South Africa. Candidates should hold a PhD, possess strong fieldwork and data analysis skills, and be committed to spending time in the field. This position offers an open-ended contract until 31/05/2028 with a full-time work pattern, inviting applications from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Experience conducting overseas research fieldwork.
• Enthusiasm for extensive travel in Africa.
• Ability to work as part of an international field team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fieldwork across three African countries.
• Analyze diverse datasets including transcriptomes and behavioural footage.
• Prepare first-author manuscripts and present results.

Skills

Overseas research fieldwork

Data analysis skills

Field troubleshooting

Driving 4X4 vehicles

Education

PhD in a related field

Job description

A leading UK university in Bristol seeks a Senior Research Associate to study the evolution of castes in social insects through extensive fieldwork in Cameroon, Kenya, and South Africa. Candidates should hold a PhD, possess strong fieldwork and data analysis skills, and be committed to spending time in the field. This position offers an open-ended contract until 31/05/2028 with a full-time work pattern, inviting applications from diverse backgrounds.