If you would like to step out of the lab but are still passionate about supporting the biological clocks community, perhaps BioClocksUK has the job for you. This position is funded by the BBSRC for 5 years, and will be based at the University of Leicester under the supervision of EBRS President, Professor Charalambos (Bambos) Kyriacou. The Coordinator will be further supported by the BioClocks UK Committee.
Biological rhythms are found at every level of biological organisation, spanning microbes, plants, animals and humans. Research in biological timing (chronobiology) represents a considerable strength within the UK and has the potential for creating benefits in healthcare, education, industrial standards, conservation and agriculture. We are seeking a full-time Coordinator for BioClocks UK; an exciting, newly-formed research network. The mission of BioClocks UK is to enhance researcher interactions and develop and sustain discovery-impact cycles among chronobiologists, wider research communities, multiple industry sectors, agritech, education and healthcare institutions. The coordinator will liaise with interested parties, including policy-makers in national or local government, and facilitate communication opportunities between researchers and stakeholders. They will create content accessible to the general public and assist with developing the BioClocks UK website. The coordinator will also support research networking by helping to organise, develop and seek sponsorship for chronobiological research and training meetings.
We are looking for someone with a PhD and/or postdoctoral experience in chronobiology or a related area; they must have outstanding communication skills (both speaking and writing) and be organised, numerate, with excellent web development and social media skills. The candidate will need to be confident and resilient in initiating and developing personal contacts with stakeholders, be willing to travel around the UK for face-to-face presentations with interested parties, and be significantly creative and flexible in pursuing different avenues to achieve the aims of BioClocks UK.
Please apply here where you will also find a detailed job summary.
Informal enquiries may be made to Professor Bambos Kyriacou by emailing cpk@leicester.ac.uk
