Postdoctoral Scientist - Structural Studies - Dr Lori Passmore - LMB 2528

MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology, Cambridge, UK 

We are looking for a Postdoctoral Scientist to join Lori Passmore’s group to study biogenesis of mRNA poly(A) tails. This work will build on recent advances in reconstituting the yeast and human machineries, and on recent cryoEM structures from the group. 

We are looking for enthusiastic scientists with a desire to work on challenging and rewarding projects as part of a friendly and supportive team. This position will investigate the cellular roles of RNA binding proteins including polyA binding proteins. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in a relevant or are due to complete within 6 months and expertise in high throughput sequencing methodologies. 

This is a three-year training and development position suitable for you if you have recently completed your doctoral studies, or you are looking to move into a new research discipline and/or need to further develop your research skills. Working with our world class scientists you will be working in an Institute renowned for its excellent scientific facilities and high-quality research. 

The LMB has a collaborative working culture and state-of-the-art The LMB has an inclusive and collaborative working culture, and you will be based in our state-of-the-art building on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus. We have on-site parking, cycle enclosures and excellent public transport links to the site. You will be able to access our range of excellent benefits including 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 per annum (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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If you are unable to apply online please contact us at recruit@mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk. 

Closing date: 23^rd December 2024 

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.