The Hall Lab at the University of Birmingham is recruiting a Research Associate to support early-life gut microbiome research. The position is based in the Department of Microbes, Infection and Microbiomes, under the leadership of Lindsay J Hall, Chair of Microbiome Research and Group Leader. The research focuses on microbiology, including work with anaerobes, in vitro host assays, and microbiome experiments. The role also involves sample and data organisation and wider lab coordination, making it ideal for candidates who are highly organised, detail-focused, proactive, and strong team players. This is a fixed-term position until March 2028, located in Birmingham, UK. The successful candidate will join a dynamic research environment at the University of Birmingham, with close links to the Quadram Institute Bioscience. The lab's research interests include the gut microbiome, infection, and bioscience, with a focus on early-life development and health. Applicants should have hands-on laboratory experience in microbiology and related techniques. The position is not a PDRA (postdoctoral research associate) role. The closing date for applications is 4th February 2026. Applications must be submitted via the University of Birmingham vacancies online portal; email applications will not be considered. For more information, visit the provided links.

The Hall Lab at the Department of Microbes, Infection and Microbiomes, University of Birmingham, UK, is inviting applications for a Research Associate position. This role is focused on supporting early-life gut microbiome research, with responsibilities including hands-on laboratory work in microbiology and anaerobic techniques, conducting in vitro host assays, and performing microbiome experiments. The position also involves significant contributions to sample and data organization, as well as broader laboratory coordination. The research is situated within the School of Infection, Inflammation and Immunology and is associated with the Wellcome Trust. Applicants should have relevant laboratory experience and strong organizational skills. The application deadline is February 4, 2026. For more information and to apply, candidates should visit the University of Birmingham's official job portal. This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in microbiology, infection, immunology, and microbiome research in a leading UK institution.

The University of Birmingham, in collaboration with the Quadram Institute Bioscience, is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join the NIHR Health Protection Research Unit in Public Health Genomics at the Institute of Microbiology and Infection. This position, led by Lindsay J Hall (Chair of Microbiome Research & Group Leader), offers an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of cutting-edge metagenomics and public health. The research will focus on maternal-infant health, early-life infection, and the application of advanced 'omics methods to understand under-appreciated and hard-to-detect pathogens, particularly in at-risk populations and across environmental systems. The successful candidate will engage in impactful science, translating genomic insights into real-world public health outcomes, and work closely with the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). The role is based at the University of Birmingham and is ideal for researchers passionate about microbiome research, public health genomics, and innovative approaches to pathogen detection. Applicants should hold a PhD in microbiology, genomics, public health, or a related field, and have experience with metagenomics and advanced 'omics techniques. The position is funded for more than three years, with further details available via the application link. The application deadline is 4th February 2026. For more information and to apply, visit the provided links.