Research Associate in Synthetic Genomics

The University of Manchester; Manchester; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Manchester is seeking a Research Associate in Synthetic Genomics to advance cutting-edge synthetic biology research. Responsibilities include developing innovative methods for DNA engineering and participating in collaborative projects while ensuring timely data management to support scientific goals.

Benefits

Market leading Pension scheme

Employee health and wellbeing services

Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement

Paid closure over Christmas period

Local and national discounts at major retailers

Qualifications

• Extensive skill and experience in DNA assembly and genome engineering.
• Good understanding of chromosome biology.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative yeast-based methods for designing large synthetic DNA sequences.
• Create automated workflows for engineering and verifying synthetic DNA.
• Contribute to research publications and grant applications.

Skills

DNA assembly

Genome engineering

Chromosome biology

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Overall purpose of the position

As a member of the Cai lab, you will be responsible for undertaking cutting-edge synthetic biology research projects. You will work on multiple synthetic biology projects working closely with members from the Cai lab. You will also work closely with the other senior technology leads to ensure the timely and appropriate flow of data and protocols across the platforms to drive forward the lab’s scientific vision.

Overall purpose of the position

As a member of the Cai lab, you will be responsible for undertaking cutting-edge synthetic biology research projects. You will work on multiple synthetic biology projects working closely with members from the Cai lab. You will also work closely with the other senior technology leads to ensure the timely and appropriate flow of data and protocols across the platforms to drive forward the lab’s scientific vision.

Key Responsibilities, Accountabilities Or Duties

It is essential that the Research Associate has extensive skill and experience and knowledge in DNA assembly and genome engineering. A good understanding of chromosome biology will also be required.

As the Research Associate you will:

• Develop innovative yeast-based methods to design and engineer large synthetic DNA sequences.
• Develop novel automated workflows to engineer and verify large synthetic DNA at high-throughput.
• You will be expected to contribute to research publications, further grant applications and to develop collaborations to ensure the sustainable future of the lab.
• Build internal and external contacts and participate in internal/external networks for the exchange of information and to form relationships for future collaboration.
  
  
  

What Can You Expect In Return

The University will actively foster a culture of inclusion and diversity and will seek to achieve true equality of opportunity for all members of its community.

What you will get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers
  
  
  

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Professor Patrick Cai

Email: [e-mail]

General enquiries:

Email: [e-mail]

Technical support:

https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home

This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Higher Education

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