Job Overview
Two Research associate positions (Grade 7) are available in the laboratory of Professor Andres Floto at the Department of Medicine of the University of Cambridge, to work on multidisciplinary collaborative projects that aim to study the mechanisms and routes of antibiotic uptake, efflux, and metabolism across multiple bacterial pathogens.
Responsibilities
* Work closely with lab members and collaborators to ensure the quality of the work.
* Participate in multidisciplinary team activities and contribute to the design and execution of experiments.
Qualifications
* PhD degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or related areas or be close to the completion of the degree.
* Previous lab experience in CRISPR technology and gram-negative organisms is essential.
* Experience working in a BSL2 environment and mass spectrometry (small molecules or metabolomics) are desirable but not essential.
* Adaptable to work in a multicultural environment, highly organised and capable of working under pressure.
Application Instructions
Please upload a covering letter and CV in the Upload section of the online application. The covering letter should outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.
Include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.
Click the ‘Apply’ button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
Informal enquiries should be addressed to Professor Andres Floto at arf27@cam.ac.uk or Dr. Vitor Mendes at vgm23@cam.ac.uk.
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 2 years in the first instance.
If you have not received any response one month after the closing date you should consider your application to be unsuccessful.
Please quote reference RC47532 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
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