Postdoctoral Research Associate

Job title:

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Company

University of Edinburgh

Job description

Job DescriptionGrade UE07: £40,247 to £47,874 per annumSchool of Biological Sciences / Institute of Quantitative Biology, Biochemistry and BiotechnologyFull time: 35 hours per weekFixed Term: from 1st March 2025 until 28th February 2026We are looking for an exceptionally motivated researcher to take up a postdoctoral position in rational engineering of cell-free protein synthesis reactions, as part of the UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship ‘Self-sustaining cell-free systems’ led by Dr. Laohakunakorn. The post is fully-funded for 1 year, with the possibility of extension pending future funding success.The Opportunity:The successful candidate will conduct cutting edge research in cell-free synthetic biology. The candidate will carry out experiments using world-class lab automation facilities in the Edinburgh Genome Foundry, and use automation and statistical analysis to drive performance improvements in a key synthetic biological system. The project will equip the candidate with sought-after skills for a successful future career.Your skills and attributes for success:

• Excellent demonstrated track record of research in synthetic biology, lab automation, design of experiments, or high throughput screening
• Expertise in coding and data analysis
• Excellent planning, organisational, and presentation skills
• Ability to use accumulated experience and creativity in problem solving
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Click here to view a copy of the full job descriptionAs a valued member of our team you can expect:

• A competitive salary.
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page(opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits.

Championing equality, diversity and inclusionThe University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages(opens new browser tab).The University is able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. If successful, an international applicant requiring sponsorship to work in the UK will need to satisfy the UK Home Office’s English Language requirements and apply for and secure a Skilled Worker Visa.Key dates to noteThe closing date for applications is 6th January 2025Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone.About UsAs a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. Between now and 2030 we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.About the TeamAs the modern inheritors of our 400-year-old reputation for excellence, our staff and students contribute to a vibrant academic community whose visions are shaping tomorrow’s world. The School of Biological Sciences is at the leading edge in teaching, research and innovation. Independent rankings such as the Times Higher Education consistently place us amongst the top 25 universities in the world for biological sciences. We aim to ensure that our culture and systems support flexible and family-friendly working and to recognise and value diversity across all our staff and students. The School has an active programme offering support and professional development opportunities for all staff. We place a particular focus on development for early-career researchers (postgraduate and postdoctoral research staff and personal fellowship holders), offering mentoring and an active ‘BioDocSoc’ organisation that brings together researchers for networking, events and training opportunities.The School of Biological Sciences holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance the representation of women in science, mathematics, engineering and technology.Our website contains more information about the School.

Expected salary

£40247 – 47874 per year

Location

Edinburgh

Job date

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 23:06:18 GMT

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