13094 - Post-Doctoral Research Associate

University of Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned educational institution in Scotland is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to advance research on aquaculture genome and disease resistance. The role involves conducting CRISPR/Cas9 experiments and collaborating with top researchers in the field. Applicants should possess a PhD in a related field and have experience in molecular biology. This fixed-term position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to present at international conferences.

Qualifications

• PhD or nearing completion in molecular and cellular biology or immunology.
• Experience with CRISPR/Cas genome editing techniques.
• Publications and conference presentations in the field are valuable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct both in vitro and in vivo CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing experiments.
• Contribute to research on disease resistance in aquaculture species.
• Collaborate with leading researchers and present findings at conferences.

Skills

Molecular biology

CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing

Scientific communication

Collaborative project experience

Education

PhD or nearing completion in relevant field

Job description

Overview

Grade UE07 £41,064 - £48,882 per annum

College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine / The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies / The Roslin Institute

Fixed-term: 18 months

Full time: 35 hours per week

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in aquaculture genome to contribute to research elucidating the functional basis of disease resistance in aquaculture species.

We are looking for a postdoctoral research fellow to perform both in vitro and in vitro CRISPR / Cas9 genome editing experiments aimed at increasing resistance to pathogens in aquaculture species. The post is within Dr Tim Bean´s research group at The Roslin Institute, University of Edinburgh.

The successful candidate will be expected to have a PhD or be near to completing a PhD in a related field (i.e. molecular and cellular biology, immunology), and will have experience in genome editing using CRISPR/Cas systems. This post will offer the opportunity to work in the rapidly developing field of aquaculture genetics and genomics. The successful candidate will have the chance to collaborate with leading researchers in the field and to present results at international meetings and conferences.

This post is on a fixed-term basis for 18 months.

The salary for this post is £41,064 to £48,882 per annum.

Your skills and attributes for success

• Doctorate-level training in relevant biological science
• Experience in molecular biology
• The ability to communicate complex concepts (including a relevant, peer-reviewed publication track record and attendance at major conferences)
• Skills and experience working on collaborative scientific projects