Research Assistant/Associate in Biosciences
Requisition ID: 27953
Location: Newcastle, GB
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Working Pattern: Full Time
Posted Date: 7 Mar 2025
Research Assistant: £32,546 to £34,132 per annum
Research Associate: £35,116 per annum
Closing Date: 16 March 2025
The Role
We are seeking a research assistant/associate with proven expertise in cryo-electron microscopy and tomography of the translation apparatus of extremophilic bacteria. The successful candidate will be responsible for advancing ongoing studies on stress-response proteins, known as hibernation factors, using a combination of biochemistry, proteomics, and structural biology.
The project focuses on the molecular mechanisms of hibernation or dormancy in microbial species, with a particular emphasis on the protein synthesis machinery within cells. This work will involve investigating the roles of hibernation factors in bacterial cells and elucidating the mechanisms underlying their actions.
This post is full time, fixed term for a period of 6 months.
To apply for the position, we will need your CV and a cover letter outlining how you are suitable for the role using evidence to highlight how you meet the essential criteria in the knowledge, skills and experience as listed in the job description.
Key Accountabilities
1. Although working under the general guidance of an academic or Principal Investigator, the postholder will contribute ideas, including enhancements to the technical or methodological aspects of their studies.
2. Develop and carry out the specified project using appropriate techniques and equipment.
3. Determine appropriate methodologies for research, with advice and support where required.
4. Contribute to grant applications submitted by others and develop own research objectives and proposals for funding.
5. Begin to write proposals for individual research funding or contribute to the writing of collective bids.
6. Assess research findings for the need/scope for further investigations.
7. Contribute to the writing up of their research for publication and dissemination.
8. Present research findings at conferences or through publications.
9. May be involved in the supervision of final year undergraduate research projects and in providing support to postgraduate research students or Research Assistants.
10. Will need to work with support staff and interact intellectually with other academic members of the Institute.
11. May contribute to events celebrating the public engagement of science/social sciences/humanities.
12. Develop an awareness of University structures, policies and procedures.
The Person
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
* Ability to work well as part of a team and rapidly acquire new skills.
* Knowledge of mechanisms of protein synthesis in extremophilic bacteria and in structural studies of bacterial translation using cryo-EM and cryo-ET.
* High level of analytical and problem-solving capability.
* Ability to communicate complex information with clarity.
* Experience of research with clear transferable skills.
* Presentations at conferences and/or high-quality publications.
Desirable
* Training in structural biology of translation machinery.
* Training in cryo-EM and cryo-ET studies of ribosomes.
* Training in microbiology of extremophiles.
Attributes and Behaviour
* Proactive and able to work independently.
* Ability to understand and manage their own emotions.
* Good team player, showing a willingness to work with others.
* Adaptable to new situations and challenges.
Qualifications
* Good honours degree (or equivalent) with some subject knowledge in molecular and structural biology (Research Assistant).
* A PhD in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biosciences or relevant areas is required (Research Associate).
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