Postdoctoral Scientist - PNAC - Dr Noe Rodriguez - LMB 2794

MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology

Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Scientist position in the Group of Dr Noe Rodriguez at the Laboratory of Molecular Biology (LMB). The overall goal of the group is to study neuroimmune interactions in organoid models and primary tissues, undertaking research to develop light sheet microscopy approaches for imaging live and fixed tissues at high resolution and further develop tissue clearing approaches invented within the institute. This is a project in collaboration with Dr James Manton.

The goal of this project is to undertake research to develop high-throughput light sheet microscopy aimed at imaging entire tissues at sub-micron resolution and to develop tissue clearing methods suitable for live or fixed tissue.

As the successful candidate you will have a PhD in instrument development or be due to complete doctoral studies within 6 months of applying. Ideally you will have experience of light sheet imaging and/or cleared tissue preparation and imaging. Skills in optical engineering and instrument building are highly desirable. This project requires the optimisation of both hardware and wetware and so experience with both is required.

This is a two-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.

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Closing date: 07 April 2026

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.