Postdoctoral Research Scientist - AI Digital Twins

Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral or Senior Postdoctoral Research Scientist to join Dr Rahuman Sheriff's AI integrated Digital Twins Group in the Research Faculty of the Earlham Institute, based in Norwich, UK.

The group develops predictive models and biological Digital Twins that combine mechanistic understanding, AI/ML and high-dimensional biological data. The programme aims to move beyond association-based prediction towards models that can represent biological processes, simulate perturbations and generate testable, interpretable predictions across living systems.

The role

We are seeking an ambitious computational scientist to develop new methods for predictive systems biology and biological Digital Twins. You will combine mechanistic models, AI/ML and multimodal biological datasets to build and test predictive models of cells, tissues, microbial communities and other biological systems.

The role has substantial freedom for methodological development, including hybrid mechanistic-AI modelling, model personalisation, uncertainty-aware prediction, perturbation and counterfactual simulation, and reusable open modelling workflows.

The ideal candidate

• You will have a PhD in a relevant quantitative discipline and strong expertise in at least one of mechanistic modelling, AI/ML or computational biology, together with the ability to work across disciplinary boundaries.
• Strong programming and a record of high-quality computational research are essential. Experience with hybrid modelling, Digital Twins, omics/single-cell data or scientific machine learning would be advantageous.

Additional information

• This is a full-time post for a contract of 2 years, with potential for extension depending on funding.
• Salary on appointment will be within the range £39,000 to £46,500 per annum depending on qualifications and experience for the SC6 level post, and £47,450 to £52,560 per annum for candidates who meet the SC5 level criteria.
• This role meets the criteria for a visa application, and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
• As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to offer an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for this vacancy.
• The closing date for applications will be 2 December 2026.