Lecturer

Description:

Queen Mary University of London invites applications for the position of Lecturer – Clinical Lecturer in Multiomic Science within the Precision Healthcare University Research Institute (PHURI). This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to high-impact research at the intersection of multiomics, genomics, and electronic health records within a large, diverse population setting.

The successful candidate will lead and develop research programs focused on proteomic and metabolomic measurements at population scale, integrating them with health record and genomic data to discover rare, high-impact variants influencing human health. There's also scope for a clinical honorary appointment based on specialty alignment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and execute research programs utilizing biological samples and linked health data

• Conduct population-scale proteomic/metabolomic analysis

• Integrate multiomics data with genomics and EHRs

• Collaborate across PHURI’s multidisciplinary research themes

• Translate discoveries into clinically actionable insights

• Engage in mentoring and development of early-career researchers

Candidate Requirements:

• National/international level research in omics science and/or single-cell analysis

• Experience in handling and integrating multiomic and electronic health records

• Strong collaborative mindset and ability to work across disciplines

• Commitment to translational research and patient-focused outcomes

• Excellent communication and leadership skills

• Eligibility for honorary clinical appointment (desirable but not mandatory)

About the Institute:

PHURI integrates expertise across health data, multiomics, MedTech, and therapeutic innovation, creating a seamless path from disease understanding to clinical application. Its Multiomics Centre is internationally renowned for discovering genetic mechanisms and novel drug targets through large-scale molecular trait analysis.

About Queen Mary University of London:

Queen Mary has a strong legacy of social justice, innovation, and academic excellence, fostering a culture of diverse thought and collaborative impact. The university supports flexible working, professional development, and an inclusive work environment.

Benefits:

• 30 days annual leave + bank holidays

• Generous pension scheme

• Season ticket loan scheme

• Private and professional development opportunities

• Flexible working and family-friendly policies

• Access to on-campus facilities and hybrid work environment