Assistant Professor in Reproductive Biomedicine (Research and Teaching)

Warwick Biomedical Sciences (WBMS) is seeking an outstanding scientist whose research investigates human reproductive biomedicine at the molecular, cellular or tissue level. Areas of particular interest include tissue and organ dynamics, organoid development, embryology, endometriosis and pregnancy disorders. Applicants with expertise in other relevant areas of biomedical research will also be considered.

The Assistant Professor of Reproductive Biomedicine will be based in the Clinical Sciences Research Laboratories (CSRL) at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW). The CSRL provides excellent laboratory facilities and access to human tissue samples through the Tommy's National Reproductive Health Biobank. Close links with the Centre for Reproductive Medicine (CRM) and the Biomedical Research Unit in Reproductive Health (BRU-RH) provide access to IVF material and a strong pathway for clinical translation.

Additional infrastructure includes next-generation sequencing platforms (MiSeq, NextSeq and Nanopore), advanced proteomics, super-resolution and single-molecule imaging, cryo-electron microscopy, scientific computing, and new state-of-the-art containment level 3 laboratories. A translational medicine 'bio-incubator' zone is also being developed to foster innovation and support spin-out activity.

The successful candidate will have an outstanding research track record, established lines of funded research and a strong publication record demonstrating significant discoveries. They will also show the potential to continue attracting external funding and developing their research portfolio. Their work should complement existing research strengths, and they will be encouraged to build interdisciplinary collaborations with researchers across the University and with industry.

Warwick Medical School (WMS) is a young medical school with ambitious plans and a strong track record across research, innovation and education. Translational research is central to our strategic ambition: we are committed to advancing cutting-edge interdisciplinary research that seeks to identify and address human disease and health challenges before symptoms emerge.

Warwick Biomedical Sciences' mission is to advance world-class discovery science through interdisciplinary research that unravels the fundamental mechanisms of physiological and pathological processes, develops pioneering diagnostic and preventive technologies, and delivers ground-breaking treatments for a healthier future for all.

Research is grouped into the following disciplines:

Cell and Mechanobiology: discovery research focusing on cytoskeletal self-organisation, membrane dynamics and tissue mechanobiology. Researchers in this discipline form the core of the University-wide Centre for Mechanochemical Cell Biology (CMCB).

Host–Pathogen Interactions: discovery research and innovation focusing on the pathogenic factors and host mechanisms involved in infection, alongside new approaches to diagnosis, prevention and immunity.

Reproductive Biomedicine: discovery, translational and clinical research spanning gametogenesis, implantation, miscarriage, endometriosis, labour and birth. Researchers in this discipline form the core of the Centre for Early Life and contribute to the cross-cutting WMS programme in Women's Health.

Cross-cutting research initiatives include: bioinformatics, chrono medicine and nanoparticle-based drug delivery; and translational and clinical research into metabolic disorders, pathology, cardiology and surgery.

Benefits include an attractive pension scheme, a generous holiday allowance plus Christmas closure, excellent learning and development opportunities, and savings on a wide range of products and services. A generous maternity/paternity/adoption/parental leave policy and onsite childcare facilities are provided. Flexible working options are available. The University is a Living Wage employer.