Postdoctoral Scientist - Cell Biology - Dr Juliette Fedry - LMB 2756

MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology

Fixed Term, 3 Years

Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Scientist position in the laboratory of Dr Juliette Fedry at the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology (LMB). The role is to work within a programme aimed at understanding the molecular basis of cellular proteostasis, developing novel structural cell biology methods. Specifically, to undertake research to investigate the in cell structure and organization of proteostasis related macromolecular complexes in health and diseases.

You should have a PhD in a relevant subject or be due to complete one within six months. Previous experience in several of the following areas is essential for the envisioned project: Cell biology: culture of mammalian cell lines and primary cells, knock out or knock down methods, transfection, transduction, protein synthesis and half-life measurements, flow cytometry, immunofluorescence and confocal imaging; RNA biology: polysome profiling, RNA pulldown and mass spectrometry analysis, RNAseq, CLIP-seq, Mass spectrometry: protein identification and quantitative methods and Bioinformatics: knowledge of R software, analysis of proteomics and sequencing data

Informal enquires may be made to Dr Fedry at jfedry@mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk

This is a three-year training and development position suitable for you if you have recently completed your doctoral studies, or you are looking to move into a new research discipline and/or need to further develop your research skills. Working with our world class scientists you will be working in an Institute renowned for its excellent scientific facilities and high-quality research.

The LMB has a collaborative working culture and state-of-the-art building based on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus. We have on-site parking, cycle enclosures and excellent public transport links to the site. We have a staff restaurant with roof terrace and access to a Campus nursery and sports and social facilities. You will be eligible to join our defined benefit pension scheme, a holiday entitlement of 40.5 days (including bank holidays and privilege days) and a generous employee discount scheme. We are also committed to providing training and development opportunities including support towards role-related qualifications. Further information about the benefits available can be found at http://www.discover.ukri.org/benefits-of-working-at-ukri.

The LMB is a world-class research institute within UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). UKRI is nine research councils, working together across all disciplines and sectors. More information can be found at www.ukri.org and www.mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk.

This role qualifies for endorsement by UKRI for a UK Global Talent Visa, for which the successful applicant is likely to be eligible to apply. Immigration costs (visa and health surcharge) can be reclaimed from UKRI after taking up the post (terms and conditions apply).

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If you are unable to apply online please contact us at recruit@mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk.

Final appointments will be subject to a pre-employment screening.

We actively support equality, diversity and inclusion in all our activities, processes and culture. We encourage applications from all sections of society. The LMB particularly welcomes women, minority ethnic and disabled candidates to apply for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented. We are a disability inclusive employer and encourage disabled people to apply for this role. You are very welcome to contact us for information about the application process and any adjustments you may require; recruit@mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk.