Postdoctoral Scientist – Protein Biogenesis & Quality Control

MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology (LMB); Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institute in the UK is seeking two Postdoctoral Scientists to conduct innovative research on molecular mechanisms related to protein maturation. Candidates should have a PhD or be nearing completion, with strong expertise in protein purification and characterization. Successful applicants will have the chance to work on advanced projects in a collaborative environment, and benefit from substantial professional development opportunities, including competitive benefits and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

40.5 days holiday per annum

Defined benefit pension scheme

Staff restaurant

Cycle enclosures and parking

Employee discount scheme

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• High level of proficiency with protein purification and biophysical characterization.
• Experience with structure determination and analysis of proteins.
• Knowledge of the biology of the endoplasmic reticulum and chaperones.

Responsibilities

• Investigate protein quality control during assembly of proteins.
• Research membrane proteins' insertion and assembly processes.

Skills

Protein purification

Biophysical characterization

Cell biological assays

Mammalian cell culture

In vitro reconstitution

Education

PhD or nearing completion in relevant subjects

Job description

A leading research institute in the UK is seeking two Postdoctoral Scientists to conduct innovative research on molecular mechanisms related to protein maturation. Candidates should have a PhD or be nearing completion, with strong expertise in protein purification and characterization. Successful applicants will have the chance to work on advanced projects in a collaborative environment, and benefit from substantial professional development opportunities, including competitive benefits and a supportive workplace culture.