Senior Postdoctoral Scientist

Develop and translate diagnostic technologies for livestock viral diseases across the institute’s international reference laboratories. Lead applied research, connect fundamental findings with diagnostic platforms and maintain academic/industry collaborations, including international capacity building. The role includes staff supervision and may involve overseas travel and out-of-hours testing. The full-time post is 37 hours weekly, fixed-term to 31 March 2029, with salary GBP 50,500–53,000.

Relevant bioscience PhD or equivalent, high-quality publications and communication with funders, peer reviewers and government agencies. Virology, diagnostic-test validation and network-building experience are desirable. Recruitment includes reference, qualification, financial and security checks. The advert closes 15 November 2026; its application stage displays 12:31 without a timezone. Follow the application route linked from the public advert.