Research Fellow

Job title:

Research Fellow

Company

University College London

Job description

About usBiosciences is one of the world’s foremost centres for research and teaching in the biological sciences and one of the largest Divisions within UCL, undertaking a significant amount of research and teaching. The Division has a diverse portfolio addressing all areas of biology from protein interactions to cell function, organism development, genetics, population studies and the environment. Computational modelling approaches are frequently used alongside experimental research programmes and much of our research crosses traditional boundaries, including the relationship of biodiversity to the health of the planet. Activity is underpinned by high calibre science technology platforms and state of the art equipment. Educational activity includes a range of undergraduate programmes, an expanding number of Masters Programmes and a substantial number of postgraduate research students.This is an exciting opportunity to join Giulia Zanetti.About the roleThe main purpose of this position is to carry out cryo-correlative studies of ER exit sites in specialised cells.To grow cells on cryo-EM grids, screen for fluorescence, use AquilosII to generate lamellae and maps software to identify regions of interest. To use Krios to collect high quality tomograms.Salary is £45,372per annum’ Grade 7, spine point 32.This role is an open-ended contract with a funding end date of 11/04/2027 in the first instance.This appointment is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Research and Professional Services Staff. Please visit for more information.A job description and person specification can be accessed at the bottom of this page.If you have any queries about the role, please contact .If you need reasonable adjustments or a more accessible format to apply for this job online or have any queries about the application process, please contact Biosciences staffing at biosciences.staffing@ucl.ac.uk.About youYou must have a PhD in a relevant subject area and proven knowledge of cryo-FIB/SEM, fluorescence, cryo-tomography, secretory pathway.Demonstrable expertise in the use of AquilosII, Krios microscope, cryo-ET reconstruction software. Demonstrable ability to identify targets in the secretory pathway.What we offerAs well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:

• 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
• Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme
• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• Relocation scheme for certain posts
• On-Site nursery
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
• Discounted medical insurance

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Location

North West London

Job date

Sat, 30 Nov 2024 08:48:42 GMT

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