Senior Platelet Biology Postdoc - Microfluidics & Flow Cytometry

The Earlham Institute; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Earlham Institute in Norwich invites applications for a (Senior) Postdoctoral Research Scientist to join the Wojtowicz lab. The project focuses on how diet and infection affect platelet biology using microfluidics and flow cytometry, with opportunities to develop new single-cell encapsulation methods.

Salary ranges £39,000–£58,000 on SC5/SC6 levels, with a 37-hour week. The role is based at Norwich Research Park, joining a multidisciplinary team with strong collaborations across the

Qualifications

• PhD in cell or molecular biology or equivalent required.
• Strong record of independent or semi-independent research.
• Experience with flow cytometry and microfluidics is essential/desirable.

Responsibilities

• Establishing microfluidics protocol for cell/platelet encapsulation (50%).
• FACS analysis of encapsulated cells/platelets (15%).
• Data analysis and interpretation of generated data (10%).
• Lead on preparation of data/information for grant proposals (SC5).
• Supervision of students and collaborations as appropriate.

Skills

Independent/initiative research

Strong written/verbal communication

Critical literature review

Lab workflow management

Education

PhD in cell or molecular biology

Tools

Flow cytometry

Microfluidics

Job description

The Earlham Institute in Norwich invites applications for a (Senior) Postdoctoral Research Scientist to join the Wojtowicz lab. The project focuses on how diet and infection affect platelet biology using microfluidics and flow cytometry, with opportunities to develop new single-cell encapsulation methods.

Salary ranges £39,000–£58,000 on SC5/SC6 levels, with a 37-hour week. The role is based at Norwich Research Park, joining a multidisciplinary team with strong collaborations across the