Associate Professor in Biotechnology
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£67,468 Per year
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Reading, Berkshire
Summary: The role of Associate Professor in Biotechnology at the School of Biological Sciences involves leading research and teaching within the Division of Biomedical Sciences & Biomedical Engineering. The successful candidate will contribute to the school's research strengths in areas such as Cancer and Cardiovascular Disease while also delivering educational programs, particularly the MSc in Biotechnology. The position is based in Reading, a key area in the Thames Valley biotechnology sector, and requires a strong background in biomedical research and team leadership. Candidates are expected to bring an independent research program and collaborate effectively within the academic environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead research initiatives within the Division of Biomedical Sciences & Biomedical Engineering.
- Deliver teaching on the MSc in Biotechnology and other programs.
- Build on existing research strengths in Cancer, Cardiovascular Disease, Infection, and Neurobiology.
- Develop an independent research program that contributes to the division's excellence.
- Collaborate with colleagues in the Henley Business School to integrate business aspects into biotechnology education.
Key Skills:
- PhD or DPhil in a relevant discipline.
- Experience leading a team in a biomedical sciences context.
- Proven track record of high-quality research and industrial exploitation.
- Publications in international peer-reviewed journals and/or patents.
- Effective teaching skills and willingness to engage with students.
Salary (Rate): £67,468 yearly
City: Reading
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Grade 8 £59,966 - £67,468 per annum (1.0 FTE) Contractual hours 35 Basis Full time Job category/type Academic and Research Date posted 23/04/2026 Job reference SRF53420 Full-time, Permanent
The closing date for applications is 23:59 on 24th May 2026
Interviews will be held: 29th and 30th June 2026
By reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. Applicants wishing to consider the SWR must ensure that they are able to meet the points requirement before applying. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website UK Visas and Immigration Website.
The School of Biological Sciences seeks to appoint a highly motivated and successful biomedical scientist ready to take up a post within the Division of Biomedical Sciences & Biomedical Engineering. The town of Reading occupies a critical, high-growth position within the Thames Valley biotechnology sector having carved out a distinct identity as the region's commercialisation and tech-integration powerhouse, particularly in the life sciences. As an Associate Professor, the appointee will play a pivotal role in expanding our School’s growing footprint with this important biotechnology landscape and will contribute to the division’s research by building on one of the existing strengths within the school, which are focussed on Cancer, Cardiovascular Disease, Infection, and Neurobiology. They will also deliver teaching on our taught programmes, particularly our MSc in Biotechnology which, taught in conjunction with colleagues in the Henley Business School, blends biology with business, focusing on how to take drugs to market and the "business of health."
The successful candidate will have a strong background having led a team in a biomedical research environment leading to industrial exploitations. Their background is likely to have been within, or involved extensive collaboration with, the biotechnology or pharmaceutical sector and we welcome applications from candidates currently working in industry. They will bring their own, independent research programme to Reading and make a significant contribution by adding something new to the established areas of research excellence within the Division of Biomedical Sciences & Biomedical Engineering.
You will have:
- A PhD or DPhil in a relevant discipline.
- Led a team of scientists within a biomedical sciences context.
- A track record of high-quality research leading industrial exploitations and publications in international peer-reviewed journals and/or patents.
- A willingness and ability to teach effectively.
Interviews will be held: (29 & 30 June 2026) Day 1 of the interview process will include a research presentation delivered to the school and a Teaching & Learning roundtable with a small number of staff and students which will include a pre-task sent to you in advance. Day 2 will be a formal interview.
When submitting your application, we kindly ask that you provide a Curriculum Vitae containing the following:
- A full, chronological and unabridged list of scientific publications.
- A one page appendix detailing your proposed future research.
Informal contact details
Contact Name: Simon Clarke
Job Title: Head of Division of Biomedical Science & Biomedical Engineering
Email address:
Alternative Contact Name: Phil Dash
Job Title: Head of School of Biological Sciences
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