Research Fellow (Image Analyst) Job Opportunity University of Exeter

We are looking for a talented and motivated Image Analyst to join the UK Human Functional Genomics Initiative based in the Data Coordination Centre (DCC) at the University of Exeter.

As part of a £28.5 million MRC and BBSRC investment, you will contribute to a national effort to uncover how genetic variation drives human physiology and disease. You will collaborate with leading research groups across the UK – spanning academia, healthcare, and industry.

In this role, you will work in the DCC Team to analyse rich and diverse imaging datasets generated across the Initiative. You will provide support to researchers by developing and applying new methods, implementing innovative tools, and championing best practices in open and reproducible science.

In this post you will have the opportunity to:

• Shape a national resource that will accelerate discovery in functional genomics now and in the future.
• Drive innovation, with scope for methodological development and tool building.
• Collaborate widely, engaging with leading scientists across disciplines and sectors.
• Make a real impact on how human genomics research informs health and disease.

We are looking for creative, collaborative scientists who thrive in a team environment and are excited to push the boundaries of what is possible in functional genomics.

Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role. 

Closing date: 21st October 2026