We are seeking motivated and collaborative individuals to join our team as Research Associates in Protein Engineering and Biocatalysis. These roles offer an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting‑edge research within the Department of Chemistry and the Manchester Institute of Biotechnology (MIB), working at the interface of enzyme engineering and sustainable manufacturing.
Two full‑time, fixed‑term Research Associate posts are available for 24 months from September 2026. You will work within the research groups of Professor Anthony Green and Dr Jack Rowbotham, contributing to an Innovate UK‑funded project in close collaboration with industrial partners.
You will be part of a dynamic and inclusive interdisciplinary research environment, developing new enzyme design and engineering methodologies to create highly proficient biocatalysts for a wide range of chemical transformations, with direct relevance to sustainable industrial processes.
You will be responsible for:
We welcome candidates who bring diverse perspectives, experiences, and approaches to their work.
About You
We encourage applications from individuals with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. You should demonstrate:
Essential Criteria
Desirable Criteria
We value transferable skills, creativity and a strong commitment to collaborative, inclusive research as much as formal qualifications.
Our benefits include:
• Generous employer pension contribution
• 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays, along with Christmas closure
• Access to world‑class facilities and professional development opportunities at the Manchester Institute of Biotechnology
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Applications close at midnight on the closing date.
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