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Human genomics is a fast-moving field of research that has led to breakthroughs in multiple sectors, from cancer treatment to forensic crime scene analysis. In this job profile, we take a look at the role that senior academics play in advancing knowledge in human genomics, the qualifications and experience needed to secure a professorship and…>

Are you looking for lecturing jobs in forensic science or biology? Here we take an in-depth look at what it’s like to work as a forensic science lecturer in higher education, the qualifications and experience you’ll need and where to look for jobs. What is Forensic Biology?   Forensic biologists seek to link biological data…>

If you’re interested in studying the origins of life on Earth, you might be thinking of pursuing an academic career in evolutionary biology. Maybe you’re just finishing your PhD in a related field and looking to share your knowledge in a lecturing role, or perhaps you’re already working as a postdoctoral researcher in this fascinating…>

If you’re a molecular genetics specialist in higher education, you might be thinking about where your academic career will take you next. This post outlines the role of Reader in Molecular Genetics in UK higher education. Readers are senior academics with distinguished international reputations in research and scholarship. They can be equivalent to a senior…>

Genetic research has transformed our understanding of how organisms are ‘built’ and has had a profound impact on how disease is diagnosed and treated. The discovery of DNA and advances in technology capable of generating human genome sequences have propelled genetics research to its place as the cornerstone of modern biological science. Researchers in this…>