Postdoctoral Research Associate (Honorary Resident Doctor) (Fixed Term)
Join a pioneering team in mitochondrial disorder research at Cambridge.
Best for:Ideal for clinicians with a PhD and a strong background in neuromuscular or neurogenetic research.
Overview
This position offers a unique opportunity for clinical postdoctoral research focused on developing and validating new treatments and biomarkers for mitochondrial disorders. The role is designed for practicing clinicians who hold a PhD and have relevant specialty training, along with substantial clinical and research experience in neuromuscular or neurogenetic conditions. The successful candidate will work within the Cambridge Clinical Mitochondrial Research Group, contributing to both academic and commercial studies. This role also provides the chance to enhance clinical, laboratory, and computational skills while participating in NHS clinics.
What you'll do
- Conduct clinical postdoctoral research on mitochondrial disorders.
- Develop and validate new treatments and biomarkers.
- Support ongoing academic-led and commercial studies.
- Participate in the mitochondrial/neurogenetics NHS clinic.
- Take responsibility for new clinical studies with a high level of independence.
- Enhance clinical, laboratory, and computational skills.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in a relevant field
Language: English; proficiency required
Instruction: English
- Completed general medical training
- Hold MRCP or equivalent
- Extensive clinical experience in neuromuscular or neurogenetic conditions
- Eligible to live and work in the UK
- Open to applicants from any medical specialty and career grade
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-01
To apply, please visit the provided application link. Ensure to upload a covering letter, CV, and completed Additional Information Form. Include details of your referees, one of whom must be your most recent line manager.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Additional Information Form
Contact
Patrick Chinnery· Supervisor
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