Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Molecular Cell Biology – Sussex

Editorial illustration of microscopy and cell samples for the Molecular Cell Biology research fellowship at Sussex

Website University of Sussex

The University of Sussex is recruiting a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Molecular Cell Biology at Falmer. The full-time fixed-term role pays £38,784 to £46,049 a year and applications close on Sunday 1 November 2026.

What the role involves

The fellow will study molecular mechanisms involved in neural development and function. Work in the Alonso laboratory uses molecular biology, transcriptomics, neurogenetics, microscopy, neuronal imaging and quantitative behavioural methods.

Who it may suit

The role is designed for a doctoral researcher with relevant molecular and cell biology expertise, strong research skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Key details

  • Employer: University of Sussex
  • Location: Falmer, Brighton BN1 9QG
  • Salary: £38,784–£46,049 per year
  • Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours a week
  • Contract: Fixed term until 30 June 2028, with possible extension
  • Reference: 44189
  • Closing date: 1 November 2026

Read the full official advert and apply through the University of Sussex.

Source checked: University of Sussex recruitment portal, 11 October 2026.

To apply for this job please visit jobs.sussex.ac.uk.

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