Research Fellow: Host–Pathogen Genomics & Viral Imaging

Leeds; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave + bank holidays (

Pension scheme including life cover

On-site gym The Edge membership

Staff development courses

On-site childcare & discounts

Travel discounts

Job summary

The University of Leeds invites applications for a molecular and cell biologist to study bunyavirus host-pathogen interactions within an international collaboration spanning virology, immunology, structural biology, and advanced image analysis.

You will employ genome-wide CRISPR-Cas9 and haploid cell screening, followed by mechanistic studies using imaging and functional manipulation, building on a strong publication record in high-impact journals.

Qualifications

• PhD in host-pathogen interactions or closely related field.
• Postdoctoral experience in genome-wide screening and molecular imaging.
• Proven publication record in high-ranking journals.

Responsibilities

• Study host-pathogen interactions of bunyaviruses in host cells at molecular and atomic level using genome-wide CRISPR-Cas9 and screening.
• Collaborate with virology, immunology, structural biology and imaging groups across an international project.

Skills

Host-pathogen interactions

Genome-wide screening

Molecular biology

Cell imaging techniques

Publication record

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Tools

CRISPR-Cas9

Haploid cell screening

Imaging analysis

Job description

The University of Leeds invites applications for a molecular and cell biologist to study bunyavirus host-pathogen interactions within an international collaboration spanning virology, immunology, structural biology, and advanced image analysis.

You will employ genome-wide CRISPR-Cas9 and haploid cell screening, followed by mechanistic studies using imaging and functional manipulation, building on a strong publication record in high-impact journals.