We are looking for a Microbiology Research Assistant to join the Laboratory of Arjan Narbad in our Food, Microbiome and Health programme. The Narbad group at the Quadram Institute has a broad interest in the microbial ecology of the gastrointestinal tract and the role of the complex gut microbiome in health and disease. The team is investigating the application of competitive exclusion in humans to combat bacterial infections, and we are modulating the gut microbiome using probiotics, prebiotics, and faecal microbiota transplants for microbiome-associated disorders. We collaborate with the Clinical Research Facility of the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital to undertake human intervention and clinical trials. The role The aim of this project is to develop encapsulation technologies to improve the survival of probiotic bacteria during processing and maintain viability on storage. We are looking for an experienced microbiologist to undertake microbiological culturing work and operate in vitro colon fermentation models. The ideal candidate We seek a microbiology graduate with an interest in probiotics and human health to investigate the application of encapsulation of probiotic bacteria. This 10-month contract with an industry partner includes conducting microbiology assays and using in vitro colon models to assess the impact of probiotics on the human gut microbiome. Additional information Salary is within the range of £28,550 to £35,500 per annum depending on qualifications and experience. This full-time position offers a 10-month contract. We welcome candidates looking for job share, full-time, or part-time working patterns. For application details, contact the Human Resources team at nbi.recruitmentnbi.ac.uk quoting reference 1004821. About the Quadram Institute The Quadram Institute is dedicated to understanding how food and microbes promote health and prevent disease. It combines expertise from Quadram Institute Bioscience, the University of East Anglia, and Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital on the Norwich Research Park.