About the Role
The Bates Lab at The Blizard Institute (QMUL) is excited to announce a 3-year Postdoctoral Research position as part of a recently funded BBSRC project investigating glycan - microbe interactions using amphibian models. The post-holder will use state-of-the-art tools in glycomics to dissect how host glycans shape microbiome assembly and colonisation resistance to the deadly fungal pathogen Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis (Bd). To date, Bd has driven at least 500 amphibian species into decline globally, equating to one of the worst epizootics on record. The PDRA will benefit from a close collaboration with the world-leading Glycosciences Laboratory at Imperial College London (https://www.imperial.ac.uk/glycosciences/).
About You
The post is suited to applicants with skills in microbiology, molecular biology, bioinformatics, and in-vitro/vivo experimentation. Experience in histological methods and FISH is also desirable. Ideally, applicants will have a keen interest in eco-evolutionary theory and host-microbiome interactions. The post-holder will be able to work independently as well as collaboratively with the wider team.
Minimum Requirements
* Skills in microbiology, molecular biology, and bioinformatics.
* Experience in in-vitro/vivo experimentation.
* Desirable experience in histological methods and FISH.
* Interest in eco-evolutionary theory and host-microbiome interactions.
Benefits
We offer competitive salaries, access to a generous pension scheme, 30 days’ leave per annum (pro-rata for part-time/fixed-term), a season ticket loan scheme, and access to a comprehensive range of personal and professional development opportunities. In addition, we offer a range of work-life balance and family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and campus facilities.
Queen Mary’s commitment to our diverse and inclusive community is embedded in our appointments processes. Reasonable adjustments will be made at each stage of the recruitment process for any candidate with a disability. We are open to considering applications from candidates wishing to work flexibly.
£37,472 to £41,123 per annum
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