Postdoc: Insect Detox & Bioinformatics (ERC)

1000scholars; Penryn; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Exeter invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate or Fellow to join an ERC-funded project on the molecular determinants of insecticide sensitivity in Hymenoptera. The role involves diverse analyses, including functional expression and bioinformatics, with opportunities to publish and contribute to impact-driven outcomes.

Successful applicants will hold a PhD (or near completion) or equivalent, demonstrate strong communication skills, and be able to lead aspects

Qualifications

• PhD (or nearing completion) in a related field
• Ability to present progress and outcomes clearly
• Ability to prepare proposals and external applications

Responsibilities

• Conduct biological, biochemical, molecular and bioinformatic analyses
• Express insect detoxification enzymes in cell lines and transgenic Drosophila
• Perform phylogenetic and bioinformatic analyses and database development
• Carry out insect bioassays and contribute to Bass lab activities
• Develop research objectives, projects and proposals and seek funding

Skills

Presentation of progress

Communicate complex information

Proposal writing

PhD in related field

Education

PhD or near completion

Tools

Bioinformatics

Molecular biology

Job description

The University of Exeter invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate or Fellow to join an ERC-funded project on the molecular determinants of insecticide sensitivity in Hymenoptera. The role involves diverse analyses, including functional expression and bioinformatics, with opportunities to publish and contribute to impact-driven outcomes.

Successful applicants will hold a PhD (or near completion) or equivalent, demonstrate strong communication skills, and be able to lead aspects