Research Associate- Luisi Group (Fixed Term)

Applications are invited for a Research Associate position in the Department of Biochemistry of the University of Cambridge. The successful applicant will work on RNA structural biology project in the laboratory of Ben Luisi.

The position would suit an ambitious and talented recent graduate in Biochemistry or Molecular Biology, who is keen to gain research experience in an international academic environment. The main focus of the post is to develop a research project in bacterial RNA biology.

We are a highly interactive group, very keen on teaching to students from undergraduate to postgraduate level.

In addition to a strong aptitude for scientific research, the ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and will fit in well in a team. An PhD degree in Biochemistry or Molecular Biology is required and previous research experience is highly desirable.

Applicants should submit a CV citing relevant experience, a cover letter explaining why they are suitable for the position and contact information for at least two referees within their application.

The University of Cambridge is a signatory to the San-Francisco Declaration on Research (Assessment DORA), and in recruitment or promotion evaluations will assess research on the basis of its merits rather than the journal or venue in which it is published. Applicants should not include Journal Impact Factors or uncontextualized metrics in their applications. For more information: https://www.biology.cam.ac.uk/files/dora.pdf

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 2 years in the first instance.

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Informal enquiries can be sent to Professor Luisi: [email protected]

For any questions about this vacancy or the application process please contact: [email protected]

Please quote reference PH40625 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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