Research Associate in Engineering Biology

Overview

As a Research Associate, you will advance environmental Synthetic Biology using non-model microorganisms to valorise plastic waste. You will lead data-driven experiments, publish findings, and help secure external funding while mentoring students. You will collaborate with cross-functional groups to translate research into impactful outcomes. This role offers the chance to shape cutting-edge microbiology and metabolic engineering work at a world-leading institution. You will work in a dynamic research group focused on delivering meaningful environmental solutions.

Pay / Benefits

• development days (10 days/year)
• sector-leading salary
• 43 days off per year
• generous pension schemes
• career support for researchers
• diverse, inclusive work culture

Responsibilities

• identify and develop data collection and analysis techniques and equipment
• publish results in refereed journals and present at conferences
• participate in group meetings and seminars and contribute to grant proposals
• supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students
• drive collaborative and productive research environment
• communicate research outcomes effectively to colleagues

Key requirements

• PhD in Synthetic Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry or related field
• practical research experience and publication in refereed journals
• knowledge of microbiology, molecular biology, metabolic engineering
• bioinformatics and -omics methods
• experience with molecular biology, metabolic engineering, analytical methods
• statistical procedures knowledge
• ability to review literature and apply new concepts

• highly motivated
• self-driven
• strong communication and collaboration
• molecular biology
• metabolic engineering
• analytical methods

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