Next Generation Fellow (Fixed Term)

About this position

Location: Central Cambridge

The Loke Centre for Trophoblast Research (CTR) was founded in 2007 as a Centre of excellence to promote scientific study of the placenta, early development and maternal-fetal interactions during pregnancy. It brings together over 30 Principal Investigators, many of whom are recognized international experts in their fields.

The Loke CTR has an opening for a Next Generation Fellow who will complement and synergise with our existing research programmes. Next Generation Fellowships are a springboard to a long and successful career in the field of placental and reproductive biology and highly flexible to suit individual needs, to enable the postholder to develop as an independent researcher. Holders are expected, and will be supported, to apply for Research Fellowship/Career Development Awards from research councils or other funders, or a faculty position during their tenure.

Find out more about the fellowship on our website: https://www.trophoblast.cam.ac.uk/ngf-overview

The Next Generation Fellowships are a springboard to a long and successful career in the field of placental and reproductive biology. Many of our Next Generation Fellows have used the opportunity as a stepping stone to independent group leader positions: https://www.trophoblast.cam.ac.uk/next-generation-fellow-alumni .

What to expect

Next Generation Fellows will be mentored to develop and establish an independent research program that will complement that of other groups within the Centre for Trophoblast Research. Fellows will be expected to contribute fully to the activities of the Loke CTR and to their host department. They will supervise MPhil/masters, summer and/or undergraduate students.

They may be a co-applicant on research grant applications to recruit, train and co-supervise postdoctoral researchers, research assistants, technical staff and PhD students.

The post holder will be expected to create a strong track record of publishing high impact papers and disseminate the results of their work in any ways that seem appropriate and effective (e.g. via conferences and seminars). They will be responsible for compliance with all the relevant laws (Home Office, HTA, HFEA).

Candidates should hold a PhD and have a high-quality publication track record in academic journals or equivalent. We welcome applications from across a diverse range of research relevant to our Grand Challenges https://www.trophoblast.cam.ac.uk/about-us/objectives .

Contract details

Appointments will be made on a fixed-term, full-time, basis for a period of 3 years (Grade 7, £37,694- £46,049 for appointments in 2027). There is a possibility of up to 1-year extension. The contract further includes research consumables/equipment of £60,000 and travel support up to £750 over the duration of the fellowship.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click 'Apply' above.

How to apply

To apply to this post, candidates should first identify a research Sponsor from the list of Principal Investigators https://www.trophoblast.cam.ac.uk/people/principal-investigators within the Centre for Trophoblast Research, and discuss their research plans with them.

Click the 'Apply' button above to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.

In addition to this, please ensure that you upload the application documentations as follows:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Up to 3 letters of reference
• Letter of support from your chosen Loke CTR sponsor
• Loke CTR Next Generation Fellowship application form

Closing date: midnight on 31st January 2027

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

£37,694 to £46,049 for appointments in 2027. Grade 7