Postdoctoral Scientist: Transcription-Splicing & Cryo-EM

UK Research and Innovation; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

UK Research and Innovation, in Cambridge, seeks a Postdoctoral Scientist to join the group of Dr Suyang Zhang at the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology. The project aims to elucidate transcription-coupled splicing mechanisms using biochemical and structural approaches with cryo-EM and in vitro reconstitution.

You will plan and perform experiments, apply diverse techniques, present work at seminars, contribute to publications and train students within a collaborative environment aligned with

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant subject (or due to complete within 6 months).
• Strong background in structural biology or biochemistry.
• Desirable: cryo-EM experience, protein purification and biochemical assays.

Responsibilities

• Characterize the interactions between transcription and splicing machineries.
• Develop and apply a broad range of techniques to pursue the research objectives.
• Present scientific work at seminars within the lab and at external meetings.
• Contribute to laboratory discussions and to publications.
• Assist in public engagement and translation of research findings.
• Train PhD students and other lab members.

Skills

Structural biology

Biochemistry

Cryo-EM

Protein purification

Communication

Education

PhD in a relevant subject

Job description

UK Research and Innovation, in Cambridge, seeks a Postdoctoral Scientist to join the group of Dr Suyang Zhang at the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology. The project aims to elucidate transcription-coupled splicing mechanisms using biochemical and structural approaches with cryo-EM and in vitro reconstitution.

You will plan and perform experiments, apply diverse techniques, present work at seminars, contribute to publications and train students within a collaborative environment aligned with