Electron Microscopy Research Associate: Ptychography

Rosalind Franklin Institute; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK research institute is seeking multiple Research Associates to support their Multidimensional Imaging Challenge. Candidates will engage in pioneering research with a focus on advanced electron microscopy methods applied to biological specimens. Applicants should possess a PhD/DPhil or be close to completion, and come from backgrounds in physics, biophysics, or related fields. Positions offer a start date of February 10, 2026, with a salary starting at £37,500 per annum, increasing on completion of the PhD.

Benefits

Access to state-of-the-art instrumentation

Competitive benefits package

Qualifications

• Candidates should have a PhD/DPhil (or close to completion) in relevant fields.
• Background in physics, biophysics, biochemistry, or applied mathematics desired.
• Experience in advanced EM methods is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support research projects in electron microscopy and imaging.
• Conduct advanced methods on biological specimens.
• Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team.

Education

PhD/DPhil or equivalent

Tools

Cryo (S)TEM

Cryo TEM

FIB

Job description

A leading UK research institute is seeking multiple Research Associates to support their Multidimensional Imaging Challenge. Candidates will engage in pioneering research with a focus on advanced electron microscopy methods applied to biological specimens. Applicants should possess a PhD/DPhil or be close to completion, and come from backgrounds in physics, biophysics, or related fields. Positions offer a start date of February 10, 2026, with a salary starting at £37,500 per annum, increasing on completion of the PhD.