TheCastro Labis recruiting aResearch Assistant (MSc/BSc)orResearch Fellow (PhD)funded by the Academy of Medical Sciences Springboard Award. This position provides an excellent opportunity for a motivated postgraduate or postdoctoral scientist seeking further training in cutting‑edge molecular biology, super‑resolution imaging, and genomics.
Location: Brunel University London, Uxbridge Campus
Salary: Grade R1: £36,640 to £47,921 inclusive of London Weighting with potential to progress to £52,067 per annum inclusive of London Weighting through sustained exceptional contribution. (Pro-rata if Part‑time)
Hours: Full‑time (part‑time applications welcome)
Contract Type: Fixed‑term (1January 2026 – 31 August 2027)
Brunel University of London was established in 1966 and is a leading multidisciplinary research‑intensive technology university delivering economic, social and cultural benefits.
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Information on the Department of Biosciences and the Centre for Genome Engineering and Maintenance can be found here:
* https://www.brunel.ac.uk/biomedical-sciences
* https://www.brunel.ac.uk/research/Centres/Genome-Engineering-and-Maintenance
The Role
TheCastro Labis recruiting aResearch Assistant (MSc/BSc)orResearch Fellow (PhD)funded by the Academy of Medical Sciences Springboard Award. This position provides an excellent opportunity for a motivated postgraduate or postdoctoral scientist seeking further training in cutting‑edge molecular biology, super‑resolution imaging, and genomics.
The project focuses on understandingnuclear pore complex (NPC) biology, with particular attention toNup153and its structural and functional roles duringviral infection. The successful applicant will investigateNup153–HIV-1 interactionsusing a range of biochemical, molecular, and imaging approaches.
Requirements
Applicants must demonstrate proficiency intissue cultureandcore molecular biology techniquessuch asWestern blottingandimmunofluorescence. Priority will be given to candidates with a proven track record in these areas. However, applicants with strong backgrounds invirology(HIV) eager to be trained in molecular and imaging techniques are also encouraged to apply.
* Fellow candidates should hold aPhDin Molecular Biology, Genomics, or a related discipline.
* Assistant(Technician) candidates (MSc/BSc) are also welcome.
* Apart-time appointment (0.7–0.8 FTE)may be considered for candidates with caring responsibilities.
Research Environment
The Castro Lab is newly established within Brunel’s vibrant Uxbridge campus, which offers high‑end microscopy facilities, including aNikon Spinning Disk and Deep‑SIM microscope, as well as access to molecular biology, genomics, and bioinformatics support. The department hosts weekly seminars with world‑renowned invited speakers, fostering a dynamic and collaborative research environment.
We offer a generous annual leave package plus discretionary University closure days, excellent training and development opportunities as well as a great occupational pension scheme and a range of health‑related support.
This project will run from 1st January 2026 for a duration of 2years (depending on the fellow/assistant or part‑time applications).
Closing date for applications: 24 November 2025 (23:59pm)
Interviews will take place the following week in person (remote options will be made available)
For further details about the post including the Job Description and Person Specification and to apply please visit https://careers.brunel.ac.uk
For informal inquiries please contact Ines Castro ines.castro@brunel.ac.uk
If you have any technical issues please contact us at: hrsystems@brunel.ac.uk
All Applicants should be eligible to live and work in the UK for the duration of any offer of appointment.
Brunel University London is fully committed to creating and sustaining a fully inclusive workforce culture. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities, we particularly welcome applicants who are currently under- represented in our workforce.
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