We’re investing in our world-leading research through the creation of new Group Leader positions. Full or Part Time.

We are a cutting-edge £75 million facility with strategic research programmes in Food, Microbiome and Health, and Microbes and Food Safety.

We bring together a diverse team of researchers, academics, and NHS clinicians to tackle pressing issues in human health, food, and disease. Our innovative approach bridges food science, gut biology, and human health, leveraging the world-class bioscience cluster at Norwich Research Park.  We have vacancies for both established and early-career scientists who want to make a significant impact on global health challenges.

We are looking for dynamic and proactive scientists to lead research programmes that advance our mission of improving lives through cutting-edge research in gut health, microbiology, and food science.

Ideal candidates

Ideal candidates will have a strong publication record, experience relevant to our scientific focus, and a clear vision for collaborative research. You should demonstrate potential for attracting funding and be committed to addressing key issues in microbiology, human microbiome, food health and safety, nutrition, and sustainable diets. Collaboration is at our core, and we value partnerships with scientists within our institute, across the UK, and globally, as well as with industry and government.

Candidates will be considered for a Career Track Group Leader position of 5 years or an indefinite contract, along with a support package that includes both setup funding and scientific support.

Applications are invited from microbiologists, biochemists, data scientists, bioinformaticians, nutritionists, immunologists, gastroenterologists and other areas of clinical sciences to join a vibrant community dedicated to advancing science and improving health worldwide.

At the Quadram Institute we are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.  We value the diversity of our staff and are committed to creating a positive environment, one that is fair, welcoming and inclusive, and where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

How to apply

Please follow this QIB Group Leader Recruitment Pack (PDF) for further information.

Closing date for applications is 30^th September 2024.