Postdoctoral Scientist - PNAC - Dr Julian Sale - LMB 2748

MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution in Cambridge is seeking a postdoctoral scientist to investigate non-canonical transcription and supercoiling in differentiation. Candidates should have a PhD in a relevant biological field or expect to complete one soon, along with experience in advanced bioinformatics and wet lab skills. The position offers a supportive training environment with excellent scientific facilities, benefits, and a focus on equality and inclusion. The salary is £42,694 per annum.

Benefits

40.5 days holiday entitlement per annum

Defined benefit pension scheme

Employee discount scheme

Access to sports and social facilities

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant biological subject (or due to complete PhD within 6 months).
• Experience in advanced bioinformatics and wet lab work.
• Familiarity with RNA-seq, TT-seq, END-seq, S1-end-seq.

Responsibilities

• Research the role of non-canonical transcription and supercoiling in differentiation.
• Collaborate with scientists in a renowned research environment.

Skills

Advanced bioinformatic skills (especially in R)

Wet lab experience

Computational analysis of RNA-seq

Education

PhD in a relevant biological subject

Job description

We are seeking a postdoctoral scientist to join the research group of Dr Julian Sale at the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology to undertake research to investigate the role of non‑canonical transcription and supercoiling in differentiation.

You will have a PhD in a relevant biological subject (or due to complete PhD within 6 months) and experience in advanced bioinformatic skills (especially in R) and the wet lab aspects and computational analysis of: RNA‑seq, TT‑seq, END‑seq, S1‑end‑seq.

This is a three‑year training and development position suitable for you if you have recently completed your doctoral studies, or you are looking to move into a new research discipline and/or need to further develop your research skills. Working with our world class scientists you will be working in an Institute renowned for its excellent scientific facilities and high‑quality research.

LMB has a collaborative working culture and state‑of‑the‑art building on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus. We have on‑site parking, cycle enclosures and excellent public transport links to the site. We have a staff restaurant with roof terrace and access to a Campus nursery and sports and social facilities. You will be eligible to join our defined benefit pension scheme, a holiday entitlement of 40.5 days per annum (including bank holidays and privilege days) and a generous employee discount scheme. We are also committed to providing training and development opportunities including support towards role‑related qualifications. Further information about the benefits available can be found at www.discover.ukri.org/benefits-of-working-at-ukri.

We actively support equality, diversity and inclusion in all our activities, processes and culture. We encourage applications from all sections of society. The LMB particularly welcomes women, minority ethnic and disabled candidates to apply for this vacancy as they are currently under‑represented. We are a disability inclusive employer and encourage disabled people to apply for this role. You are very welcome to contact us for information about the application process and any adjustments you may require at [e-mail].

Final appointments will be subject to a pre‑employment screening.

£42,694 per annum