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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Research Assistant to join the Dodd Group at the John Innes Centre, conducting cutting-edge research into circadian rhythms in bacteria and plants.
About the Dodd Group
The Dodd Group focuses on how circadian rhythms adapt plants and microbes to their fluctuating environments. Circadian rhythms are biological cycles, with a period of about 24 hours, that are self-sustaining and provide a biological measure of time. The Dodd lab uses a variety of model systems for their research, such as model plants and non-photosynthetic bacteria.
The role
An opportunity has arisen for a Research Assistant, with experience of microbiology and scientific imaging, to conduct research into bacterial circadian rhythms.
This will contribute to the ERC-funded programme “MicroClock” and an affiliated BBSRC project, which focus on the mechanisms and ecology of circadian programs in Bacillus subtilis. Project findings are expected to have wide-ranging implications for our understanding of the natural world, as well as developing solutions to a variety of challenges faced by humanity.
The Research Assistant will work alongside post-doctoral researchers, others at the JIC working on this topic, and international collaborators in Germany and the Netherlands.
The ideal candidate
You will have a BSc or equivalent in biological sciences or microbiology. You will have in-depth knowledge of molecular biology and experimentation upon bacteria.
The successful candidate will have experience or oral research presentations. It is advantageous if the candidate has experience in preparing data for publications or grant applications.
Additional information
Please note, this post does not meet UKVI requirements to provide visa sponsorship.
We are an equal opportunities employer, actively supporting inclusivity and diversity. As a Disability Confident organisation, we guarantee to offer an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for this vacancy. We are proud to hold a prestigious Gold Athena SWAN award in recognition of our inclusive culture, commitment and good practices towards advancing of gender equality. We offer an exciting, stimulating, diverse research environment and actively promote a family friendly workplace. The Institute is also a member of Stonewall’s Diversity Champions programme.
The John Innes Centre is a registered charity (No. 223852) grant-aided by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council.
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