Postdoctoral Researcher - TB DNA Extraction & Phage Tools

City University London; City Of London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the UK is seeking a Post Doctoral Research Assistant to develop an innovative method for extracting Mycobacterium tuberculosis DNA from clinical samples. Candidates should possess a BSc and PhD in biomedical sciences, along with expertise in molecular cloning and CL2/CL3 handling. This fixed-term, full-time position is ideal for those with a passion for molecular diagnostics and bacteriophage technology.

Benefits

Sector-leading salary

Pension scheme

Comprehensive staff training and development

Qualifications

• BSc and PhD in biomedical sciences or closely related subject.
• Knowledge of CL2/CL3 handling, cloning, recombinant protein purification.
• Experience with molecular cloning and working with bacteriophages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop a lysis solution for DNA extraction from Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
• Assess robustness and sensitivity of lysis solution across sample types.
• Maximise sensitivity through enrichment of Mtb bacilli.

Skills

Knowledge of CL2/CL3 handling

Molecular cloning

Bacteriophage manipulation

Recombinant protein purification

Education

BSc and PhD in biomedical sciences or closely related subject

Job description

A leading university in the UK is seeking a Post Doctoral Research Assistant to develop an innovative method for extracting Mycobacterium tuberculosis DNA from clinical samples. Candidates should possess a BSc and PhD in biomedical sciences, along with expertise in molecular cloning and CL2/CL3 handling. This fixed-term, full-time position is ideal for those with a passion for molecular diagnostics and bacteriophage technology.