Research Assistant (Maternity Cover 12 Months Contract)

Research Assistant (Maternity Cover 12 Months Contract) (10399)

Rosalind Franklin Institute – Nanobody Discovery Team

We are currently seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant to join our Nanobody Discovery team at the Franklin to develop and expand the use of nanobodies as molecular probes for structural and cell biology applications. The successful candidate will contribute to projects that further develop our nanobody technology platform as well as introducing new technologies.

Key Responsibilities

As a Research Assistant you will:

• Screen nanobody expression libraries by phage display to isolate specific binding proteins.
• Express, purify and characterise antigen binding of selected nanobodies.
• Take responsibility for management of samples and data entry into the nanobody database.
• Present and interpret results at internal lab meetings.
• Take responsibility with others to ensure that work in the laboratory is conducted safely and in accordance with local health and safety policies.
• Participate in and support public engagement by the Franklin.