Postdoctoral Research Associate (Fixed Term)

Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution in Cambridge is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate. The role involves research in the Centre for Pandemic Risk Management, focusing on applying machine learning and bioinformatics to predict pandemic risks. The position requires a strong background in computational biology. The salary range is £37,694-£46,049, with funding available for 3 years.

Qualifications

• Strong track record of research in computational biology.
• Experience with applying machine learning and bioinformatics.
• Ability to work on host/pathogen interactions.

Responsibilities

• Drive a research project in pandemic risk management.
• Use bioinformatics to define host/pathogen interactions.
• Build predictive models of diseases based on research.

Skills

Large-scale data analysis

Data mining

Machine learning

Bioinformatics

Computational biology

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Job description

# Postdoctoral Research Associate (Fixed Term)Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate (PDRA) in the Centre for Pandemic Risk Management.The Centre for Pandemic Risk Management brings together an interdisciplinary team of scientists, social scientists and public policy researchers to build the capability of the UK's engineered pandemic risk policy and practice. The PDRA will drive a research project within the centre focussed on the application of machine learning and bioinformatics approaches to the prediction of pandemic risks.The role-holder will be expected to carry out their own research projects using bioinformatics approaches to define host/pathogen interactions at the molecular level and to use that information to build predicative models of disease. Our integrated research programme has flexibility for the candidate to contribute to multiple ongoing initiatives whist driving their own research projects applying bioinformatics approaches to host/pathogen interactions, cell signalling and comparative immunology of zoonotic infections. The applicant should have a track record of research in computational biology with experience with large-scale data analysis, data mining and machine learning.Given the transdisciplinary nature of the team developing this programme, the role will primarily be based in CRASSH (the Centre for Research in Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities).Funds for this post are available for 3 years.Interviews are planned for the week of 19 January 2026. Start date is as soon as possible after interview.Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not done so already) and apply online.The closing date for applications is midnight (GMT) on Wednesday 7 January 2026. If you have any questions about this vacancy or the application process, please contact Prof Clare Bryant ([e-mail]) or the Schools HR Team on [e-mail] the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.Please quote reference VM47894 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.### Department/location### Salary£37,694-£46,049### ReferenceVM47894### Category### Date published13 November 2025### Closing date7 January 2026