Research Fellow in Haemostasis & Thrombosis, Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition (IMS321RX)
Research Fellow in Haemostasis & Thrombosis, Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition (IMS321RX)
We seek an enthusiastic individual with an interest in cardiovascular sciences to work in the laboratory of Professor Nicola Mutch & Dr Claire Whyte. The successful candidate will join a well-funded, dynamic research group within the Institute of Medical Sciences.
Job Description
Bleeding during childbirth (postpartum haemorrhage, PPH) is a life-threatening complication leading to approximately 70,000 maternal deaths per year globally. In the UK, most women who die from PPH have inadequately treated coagulopathy. Coagulopathy occurs in 3-5/1000 women giving birth (about 3,000 cases in UK and 15,000 in Europe annually). It is associated with adverse maternal and fetal outcomes including red blood cell (RBC) transfusion, invasive procedures, intensive care admission and post-traumatic stress disorder. PPH is also associated with significant morbidity in otherwise healthy women, including the need for hysterectomy, intensive care admission, blood transfusion, post-natal depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. It is also linked to fetal/neonatal death, and the maternal morbidity and mortality has a major impact on the wider family.
Bleeding is caused by obstetric complications and exacerbated by impaired blood clotting which is found in 1/5 individuals with massive PPH.2 Fibrinogen, a critical factor for clot formation, may be rapidly depleted in PPH. Clauss fibrinogen
Our research aims to progress the understanding of obstetric coagulopathies, including the underpinning mechanisms and management to improve maternal and foetal outcomes.
Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 6, £38,784 per annum, pro rata.
Informal enquiries should be made to Professor Nicola Mutch (n.j.mutch@abdn.ac.uk).
Prior to employment, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route under the UKVI immigration rules but is dependent on factors specific to the candidate and if tradeable points can be used under the rules.
Information on other visa options is available at https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.
Please do not hesitate to contact Grant Rae, HR Adviser (e-mail: grant.rae@abdn.ac.uk) for further information.
To apply online for this position visit www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs
Job Reference Number: IMS321RX
The closing date for the receipt of applications is 11 May 2026
The School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.
Please Note
If you are unable to complete an application online, please contact the Recruitment Team (HRRecruitment@abdn.ac.uk) to make alternative arrangements for submitting your application within plenty of time before the advertised post closes.