Postdoctoral Scientist: RNA-Seq & Genome Dynamics Research

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

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.