Postdoctoral Researcher: Genome Design & Engineering

Ellison Institute of Technology; Oxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced holiday pay

Pension

Life Assurance

Private Medical Insurance

Therapy Services

Job summary

A leading research institute in Oxford seeks Postdoctoral Researchers to support an ambitious research programme in engineering biology. Applicants should have a PhD in a relevant field and experience in molecular or synthetic biology. Responsibilities include designing experiments, data analysis, mentoring junior staff, and publishing research. The institute offers a collaborative environment with substantial funding and access to cutting-edge technology, aiming to create transformative solutions across various sectors.

Qualifications

• Completed a PhD in synthetic biology or related field.
• Strong track record in delivering high-standard research projects.
• Experience with publishing in high-impact journals.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments, adapting existing techniques.
• Analyse complex datasets and contribute to research direction.
• Prepare and publish scientific papers and presentations.
• Mentor junior researchers and translate findings into commercial opportunities.

Skills

Data analysis and interpretation

Molecular biology

Synthetic biology

Computational tools

Organisational skills

Education

PhD in relevant field

Tools

Genomic analysis

Automation

Job description

A leading research institute in Oxford seeks Postdoctoral Researchers to support an ambitious research programme in engineering biology. Applicants should have a PhD in a relevant field and experience in molecular or synthetic biology. Responsibilities include designing experiments, data analysis, mentoring junior staff, and publishing research. The institute offers a collaborative environment with substantial funding and access to cutting-edge technology, aiming to create transformative solutions across various sectors.