Postdoctoral Research Associate

Full time contract: 35 hours per week

Fixed Term: for 24 months

We are looking for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in alga synthetic biology to develop systems for precise nuclear regulation of the plastome.

The Opportunity:

A Postdoctoral Research Associate position in alga synthetic/engineering biology is available in the laboratory of Dr Attila Molnar at the School of Biological Sciences, University of Edinburgh. We are seeking a highly motivated researcher to take a lead role in contributing to the development of systems for precise nuclear regulation of the plastome in the green alga Chlamydomonas reinhardtii. This is a collaborative project funded by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) involving University College London, University of Cambridge, MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology and the University of Edinburgh.

The position is available for a fixed term of two years. For further information please contact Dr Attila Molnar (email: attila.molnar@ed.ac.uk).

Your skills and attributes for success:

• PhD in an appropriate and relevant subject.
• Track record of internationally competitive molecular biology research in microbiology/plants/algae.
• Evidence of intellectual independence and creativity, and high level of organisation and high-quality record keeping.
• Good team-working, collaborative and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with colleagues and collaborators.

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