Research Associate in Cellular RNA biology

KINGS COLLEGE LONDON; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious research institution in the UK seeks a Research Associate in RNA Cellular Biology. The ideal candidate will have a PhD and extensive expertise in RNA-binding proteins, along with experience in methodologies to investigate protein-RNA interactions. This role offers a fixed-term contract until October 2028 and is an opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research in a multidisciplinary setting.

Qualifications

• PhD in relevant discipline.
• Extensive expertise in cellular and molecular biology.
• Experience with protein and RNA interaction methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Work on a BBSRC funded project.
• Collaborate with biophysics and structural biology experts.
• Contribute to cutting-edge RNA biology research.

Skills

Expertise in RNA-binding proteins

Extensive expertise in cellular biology and molecular biology

Experience in methodologies to investigate protein and RNA interactions

Confocal microscopy

Bioinformatic analysis of sequencing and proteomics data

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Evidence of publications in RNA biology

Experience with student supervision

Interdisciplinary work in RNA biology

Knowledge of in vitro/biophysical investigations

Education

PhD in cellular/molecular biology, biochemistry, biomedical science or related discipline

Tools

CLIP

LC-MS/MS

Proximity labelling

FRET analyses

Job description

Organisation/Company KINGS COLLEGE LONDON Research Field Medical sciences Chemistry Physics Researcher Profile Leading Researcher (R4) Country United Kingdom Application Deadline 9 Nov 2025 - 00:00 (UTC) Type of Contract Other Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

The Conte lab in theRandall Centre for Cell & Molecular Biophysics has been interested in elucidating the molecular mechanisms of protein-RNA interactions involving intrinsic disordered regions underlying function and relevant for diseases, especially cancer.

The lab is located at King’s College London, London UK (Guy’s Campus).

About the role

The Conte lab seeks a skilled Research Associate in RNA Cellular Biology with expertise in RNA-binding proteins, RNA biology, microscopy and cross-linking IP methodologies.

The post holder will work on a BBSRC funded project to elucidate the Syntax of Protein Disorder in RNA-Binding Function. The research aims at uncovering how intrinsically disordered regions in proteins contribute to RNA-binding specificity and RNP regulation, and how perturbations and modifications in these regions shape RNA networks in cells. The post holder will work in close synergism with biophysics and structural biology experts to provide a comprehensive understanding of molecular mechanisms and their functional impact.

This is an opportunity to work in a truly inter- and multidisciplinary setting at the interface of protein disorder, RNA regulation, and network biology. We seek a candidate passionate about RNA biology who wants to contribute to cutting-edge research.

This is a full-time post 35 hours per week and you will be offered a fixed term contract until 3rd October 2028, starting no sooner than 1st January 2026.

To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:

• PhD in cellular/molecular biology, biochemistry, biomedical science or related discipline *
• Extensive expertise in cellular biology and molecular biology
• Extensive experience in methodologies to investigate protein and RNA interactions in cells (e.g. CLIP, LC-MS/MS, proximity labelling)
• Expertise in confocal microscopy, subcellular localisation and FRET analyses
• Experience in bioinformatic analysis of sequencing and proteomics data
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Evidence of publications in RNA biology in high-profile journals

• Experience with student supervision
• Evidence of interdisciplinary work in the area of RNA biology
• Knowledge of in vitro/biophysical investigations in RNA biology

Downloading a copy of our Job Description

Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the page. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process.

Further Information

We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community.

We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's.

As part of this commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and through this appointment process, it is our aim to develop candidate pools that include applicants from all backgrounds and communities.

We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible.

To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘How we Recruit ’ pages.

Interviews are due to be held at the start of November (maybe subject to change).

This post is subject to Occupational Health clearances.

Details

Grade and Salary: £45,031 - £47,379 including London Weighting Allowance

Job ID: 128265

Close Date: 09-Nov-2025

Contact Person: Maria R Sasi Conte

Contact Details: [e-mail]

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