Postdoc: Membrane Protein Folding & Assembly

1000scholars; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Aston University in Birmingham, United Kingdom, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to explore fundamental principles of mammalian membrane protein folding and assembly during biogenesis using dynamic mass photometry (DMP). The role sits within the Aston Institute for Membrane Excellence (AIME) and emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and rapid technique acquisition.

The successful candidate will combine cell‑free approaches to monitor protein synthesis on ribosomes

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on mammalian membrane protein folding and assembly, using dynamic mass photometry (DMP) to track insertion, folding and assembly in artificial lipid bilayers.
• Apply cell-free methodologies to study translation on ribosomes and protein biogenesis.
• Collaborate within the Aston Institute for Membrane Excellence (AIME) and across disciplines; rapidly learn and apply new techniques.
• Lead independent day-to-day research activities with strong problem‑solving and data analysis skills.

Job description

Aston University in Birmingham, United Kingdom, invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to explore fundamental principles of mammalian membrane protein folding and assembly during biogenesis using dynamic mass photometry (DMP). The role sits within the Aston Institute for Membrane Excellence (AIME) and emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and rapid technique acquisition.

The successful candidate will combine cell‑free approaches to monitor protein synthesis on ribosomes