Investigator Scientist

We are looking to recruit one Investigator Scientist to join Jason Chin’s group at the MRC LMB. You will work with Jason Chin to help develop foundational methods for expanding and reprogramming the genetic code. For more information on this exciting research area please see Nature 2017 550, 53-60, and our website:   http://www2.mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk/ccsb/

You should have a PhD in a relevant biological or physical science and significant postdoctoral research experience in engineering translation systems for non-canonical monomer incorporation. Additionally it would be particularly useful to have experience of tRNA engineering, engineering tRNA interactions with translation factors, genetic code reprogramming.

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, on-site nursery, sports and social facilities. You will be eligible to join our defined benefit pension scheme with an employer contribution of 16%, 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.

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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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.