Academic position in Human Genetics and Genomics in London

Successful candidates will lead their own innovative research programs, focusing on the identification and manipulation of genetic mechanisms in human health and disease. Each group leader will be entrusted with leading their research teams and fostering a collaborative and positive research culture. They are expected not only to secure funding and publish impactful scholarly articles but also to lead initiatives with impact beyond academia, influencing public health policy, enhancing health service delivery, and promoting broader societal benefits.

They will be expected to contribute to the vibrant academic community within the department and more broadly across the college. A key aspect of these faculty positions involves education and mentoring, where they will shape the next generation of scientists through their contributions to both undergraduate and postgraduate education. This is a full time post (35 hours per week), and you will be offered an indefinite contract.

About You

• PhD in human genetics or a closely related field.
• Demonstrable success in securing external research funding and clear plan for ongoing research success and sustainability.
• Original peer‑reviewed research publications, first or senior author in high‑impact journals, showing significant contributions to human genetics.
• Clearly articulated vision for high‑quality human genetics education at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present research findings to both scientific and non‑scientific audiences.
• Experience of delivering teaching and assessment.
• A commitment to a positive working environment, supportive of staff and student wellbeing and experience.
• Experience in mentoring and training research staff and postgraduate students.
• Proven track record of participation in collaborative research projects.
• Strong network within the human genetics research community, including collaborations with international researchers and institutions.
• Education qualification such as Fellow of the Higher Education Academy or equivalent.
• Experience in translational research and the ability to bridge basic science with clinical applications.
• Contributions to public health policy or initiatives that extend the impact of genetic research beyond academia.
• History of contributions to the development of academic policies or programs.

Professor

• International recognition in human genetics research and education, with a well‑established network of national and international collaborators.
• Sustained track‑record in securing competitive external funding, with evidence of large‑scale and long lasting programme funding.
• Strong publication record, including as senior author in high‑impact journals, showing significant and sustained contribution to human genetics.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, in the context of the leadership and management of a research team, and more widely in shaping the strategy and policy of a Department or equivalent, in professional bodies and other external contexts, fostering a positive research culture and establishing an innovative academic environment.
• Sustained evidence of mentoring and training early‑career researchers and postgraduate students.
• Fellow of Higher Education Academy (or equivalent), with extensive experience as an educator including evidence of ongoing professional development, development of curricula and innovative delivery/assessment methods, along with a clear vision for innovation in a human genetics curriculum at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present research findings to both scientific and non‑scientific audiences.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Education

Industries: Higher Education