Postdoctoral Fellowship, Applied Molecular Biology Division

New England Biolabs, Inc. in; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

New England Biolabs is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Applied Molecular Biology Division to research innovative single-cell sequencing methods. Candidates should possess a Ph.D. in relevant fields, a strong track record in Next Generation Sequencing, and excellent communication skills. This role offers opportunities for collaboration and scientific advancement.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in developing NGS methods.
• Publication of original scientific work in high-quality journals.
• Hands-on experience in scRNA-seq experiments is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments in novel single-cell sequencing methods.
• Communicate discoveries through publications and presentations.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners.

Skills

Experimental design

Molecular biology assays

Cell culture

Data analysis

Effective communication

Education

Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Genomics, or related discipline

Job description

About NEB

New England Biolabs is a different kind ofbiotechnology company – we are acommunity of scientists, innovators and collaborators driven by a shared mission to advance science forthe benefit of society. Founded in 1974 with a deep commitment to research excellence and environmental stewardship, NEB has become a global leader in the discovery and production of enzymes for molecular biology applications. Our reagents are trusted by researchers worldwide for their quality and reliability and have played a critical role in breakthroughs across genomics, proteomics, diagnostics and academic research.

With a corporate culture rooted in passion, humility and authenticity, we offer a dynamic and inclusive workplace where creativity thrives, voices are heard, and personal growth is celebrated. Whether you are interested in pursuing a research career or supporting our missionthrough other roles,joining NEB means contributing to meaningful scientific progress in a collaborative, campus-like environment that values both innovation and integrity.

The Role

The Applied Molecular Biology Division is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Kim lab to conduct research on innovative single-cell sequencing methods. This role involves multidisciplinary research in areas such as molecular biology, cell biology, chemical biology, and bioinformatics, within the newly established laboratory. The successful candidate will demonstrate an enthusiastic attitude and be willing to step outside their comfort zone to bring creative solutions to challenging questions.

How you'll contribute:

Design and execute experiments in novel single cell sequencing methods

Communicate discoveries and findings to the scientific community through publications and presentations

Collaborate with internal and external partners

Maintain high standards of scientific rigor, quality of data and documentation practices

Engage actively in learning about the rapidly evolving field of single cell and spatial omics

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Ph.D. in Molecular biology, Cell biology, Genomics, or a related discipline

Proven track record in developing Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) methods

Proficient in designing and executing diverse molecular biology and cell biology assays

Experience with mammalian cell culture

Familiarity with handling and analyzing sequencing data

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Publication of original scientific work in high-quality journals

What will make you stand out:

Hands-on experience in scRNA-seq experiments and data analysis is highly preferred

Experience in flow cytometry and FACS

*Submission of a cover letter with your application is highly encouraged

This position offers exciting opportunities for broad research training, collaboration with academic and industrial institutions, publishing in peer-reviewed journals and participation in national and international conferences.

New England Biolabs is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, New England Biolabs considers applicants for employment without regard to and does not discriminate on the basis of any category protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws and regulations. More in-depth details of EEO are availablehere.

Information regarding New England Biolabs' commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion can be foundhere.

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