Applications are sought fora Postdoctoral Research Fellow to work with Dr Alan Stewart on a BBSRC-fundedproject entitled "Zinc-dependent regulation of insulin multimerisation in pancreaticbeta-cells and its implications for glycaemic control". The primary dutieswill be to investigate how zinc, pH, serum albumin and free fatty acidsregulate insulin multimerisation, storage, release and signalling, and howdisruption of these processes contributes to metabolic disease. The successfulcandidate will employ and develop advanced fluorescence and imaging approaches,including FRET-based assays, fluorescence lifetime imaging (FLIM), live-cellmicroscopy, site-specific bio-orthogonal protein labelling by genetic codeexpansion and click chemistry, alongside biochemical, biophysical and cellbiological techniques to study insulin behaviour in physiologically relevantsystems. The postholder will work closely with collaborators at the Universityof St Andrews, and the University of Dundee including an additional postdoctoralresearcher, and will contribute to data analysis, publication of results,presentation at scientific conferences, and the supervision of studentresearchers where appropriate.
The successful applicantwill have (or be near to completion of) a PhD in cell biology, biochemistry,biophysics, molecular biology, biomedical sciences, or a related discipline,with expertise in one or more of advanced fluorescence microscopy,single-molecule detection, live-cell imaging, protein biophysics, cellsignalling, or quantitative biological sciences.
St Andrews offers more than just a place to work it isa place to belong. We value collegiality, inclusion, and wellbeing, and we arecommitted to creating a workplace where staff can thrive and perform at theirbest.
In addition to the salary on offer for this position,there are a wide range of benefits for staff working at the University of StAndrews. The package for the Research Fellow includes:
- Financial contribution to relocation (subject to eligibility)
- Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with a generousemployer contribution of 14.5%
- A hybrid working environment, including partialhomeworking where appropriate and a range of family friendly policies,supporting work-life balance
- Staff discount scheme for local and national goods andservices
- Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle toWork Schemes and subsidised local bus travel
- Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees ondegree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunitiesincluding LinkedIn Learning, access to library facilities, salary sacrificescheme
At St Andrews, equality,diversity, and inclusion are central to who we are and form a core pillar ofour University Strategy. We are committed to creating a fair, inclusive andsupportive workplace, reflected in our participation in national diversity chartersand awards, including Athena Swan, Carer Positive and the Race EqualityCharter.
We particularly welcomeapplications from people from Black, Asian, minority ethnic and minorityreligions backgrounds and from LGBTQ+ and disabled people.
Closing Date: 9 October 2026Interview Date: 26 October 2026
Start Date: 4 January 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter
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Research Fellow - AR3324 in St Andrews employer: University of St Andrews
The University of St Andrews is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant and inclusive work culture that prioritises collegiality and wellbeing. With a strong commitment to employee growth, staff benefit from generous pension contributions, hybrid working options, and extensive professional development opportunities, all while contributing to impactful research in global health and infection biology. Located in the historic town of St Andrews, employees enjoy a supportive community and a range of benefits designed to enhance work-life balance and personal fulfilment.
