PDRA in Native Ambient Mass Spectrometry (10349)

Rosalind Franklin Institute

The Rosalind Franklin Institute is a national research centre, funded by the UK government through UK Research and Innovation, dedicated to bringing about transformative changes in life science through interdisciplinary research and technology. 

We seek to recruit a Postdoctoral Research Associate to undertake research in native ambient mass spectrometry. The ideal candidate will have expertise in at least one of the following: native mass spectrometry, mass spectrometry imaging or top-down mass spectrometry. 

In this role, the PDRA will be responsible for developing tools for native ambient mass spectrometry, including nano-DESI and related techniques, and integration of NAMS with other structural biology techniques. The postholder will collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders to develop innovative solutions for improved mass spectrometry imaging of intact proteins and their assemblies in tissue and advancing integrative spatial and structural biology. The project will be hosted in the new Rosalind Franklin Institute facilities at Harwell but will also involve working with investigators across the Franklin, collaborator laboratories and with member institutes. 

Whilst the role is a Postdoctoral Research level and requires candidates to hold a PhD/DPhil (or equivalent), we may consider candidates who are close to completion of their PhD/DPhil qualification, in which case the initial appointment will be made at £36,500 per annum (to be increased on completion of the PhD/DPhil qualification). 

Responsibilities

As the Postdoctoral Research Associate/ PDRA you will:

• Embrace the primary project of the role, namely developing new tools for native ambient mass spectrometry and integration with other structural biology tools.
• Develop the scientific scope of the project, formulate relevant research questions, conduct individual research, analyse detailed and complex qualitative and/or quantitative data from a variety of sources, and generate original ideas by building on existing concepts.
• Publish research articles in leading academic journals.
• Present findings at national and international meetings/conferences.
• Take a formal or informal role (as required) in the supervision of research students, including recruitment, mentorship, and career development.
• Undertake management/administration arising from research.
• Contribute to writing bids for research funding.
• Participate in and support the public engagement and widening access activities of the Franklin.
• Any other duties that come up in the normal running of the facility and that can be reasonably requested of the post-holder. 

Informal enquiries can be addressed to Professor Helen Cooper at recruitment@rfi.ac.uk 

Before submitting your application, please ensure you read the Job Information Pack for full details of this role by clicking on the attachment.

About us: The Rosalind Franklin Institute is a new national Research Centre, funded by the UK government through UK Research and Innovation, dedicated to bringing about transformative changes in life science through interdisciplinary research and technology. 

Location: The Franklin is based in Harwell Campus, UK’s innovation hub and well-established as one of the leading science and innovation campuses in Europe.  

The Franklin’s underlying aim is to produce the best science for research today, and this means resolutely embracing a diverse team, who have a wide range of experiences, skills and knowledge to push forward on the innovative work our institution delivers. Both our work and our institution are better for it. For further information, view our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy.  

At the Rosalind Franklin Institute we welcome applications from all around the world! 

To be considered for this role, please send a CV and cover letter through explaining why you think you are the right person for this job. Please including information about your education and work experience. 

Closing Date: The closing date for applications is 23:59 on Sunday 10th November 2024. 

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Area: Scientific

Location: Harwell

Period of appointment: 3 Years Fixed-Term Contract