Research Assistant: Molecular Microbiology & Plant Signaling

John Innes Centre; Norwich; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The John Innes Centre invites applications for a Research Assistant in the Bradley Group in Norwich. You will contribute to cutting-edge molecular microbiology research, investigating how plant-derived signals influence fungal biology and plant–microbe interactions.

You will apply molecular genetics and chemical biology approaches, develop and manage experimental resources, and conduct screening experiments to characterise novel responses to chemical cues.

Qualifications

• Must have a BSc in molecular biology, microbiology, genetics, chemical ecology or related discipline
• Demonstrable ability to plan and conduct hypothesis-driven experiments
• Strong communication and ability to present scientific ideas clearly
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply molecular and genetic approaches to investigate microbial responses to chemical signals
• Contribute to development and management of experimental resources for chemical biology research
• Conduct microbiological screening experiments to identify and characterise novel biological responses to chemical cues
• Investigate molecular mechanisms underlying microbial signalling and environmental interactions

Skills

Experimental planning

Independent & collaborative work

Strong communication

Critical evaluation of results

Education

BSc in molecular biology, microbiology, genetics, chemical ecology or related discipline

Tools

High-throughput screening

Microscopy

DNA/RNA analysis workflows

Transcriptomic data analysis

Job description

The John Innes Centre invites applications for a Research Assistant in the Bradley Group in Norwich. You will contribute to cutting-edge molecular microbiology research, investigating how plant-derived signals influence fungal biology and plant–microbe interactions.

You will apply molecular genetics and chemical biology approaches, develop and manage experimental resources, and conduct screening experiments to characterise novel responses to chemical cues.