£41,344 plus London allowances £5,385 per annum*
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Single-Molecule Biophysical Scientist, who will be responsible for developing a new workflow enabling the investigation of the structure and biomechanical properties of mitotic chromosomes and their relationship to gene-function and epigenetic memory.
The post holder will join an internationally-leading a team of scientists in the Single-Molecule Biophysics Group using world-class single molecule facilities and will work closely with collaborating research groups and industry partners. In addition, the post-holder will be responsible for maintaining and developing cutting-edge techniques and approaches required to carry out mitotic chromosome purification, mechanical manipulation, imaging and analysis, obtaining high-quality data and supporting and training other lab members.
About You
You will need a PhD (or equivalent experience) and be able to demonstrate extensive and direct practical experience in both optical tweezers and single-molecule fluorescence, with a strong track record of publications and presentations at meetings. You will have proven ability in biopolymer modelling, developing methodology, and applying the techniques to cutting edge biological problems. Extensive experience in optical tweezers and single-molecule microscopy including significant practical modelling of biopolymer and programming are essential, while experience using Lumicks’ C-traps and maintain mammalian cell culture are desirable.
What we offer
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer defined benefit pension scheme and excellent holiday entitlement (30 days plus 2.5 privilege days & 8 bank holidays), family friendly policies (6 months full pay maternity & adoption leave), a range of shopping/travel discounts, access to our Employee Assistant Programme Scheme, Health and Wellbeing Support and a salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme. Please follow this link to find out more – Benefits
How to apply
For full details of this post and to complete an online application, visit MRC Postdoctoral Research Scientist LMS 2613 – Medical Research Council and upload your CV, names and contacts of two scientific references along with a cover letter stating why you are applying for this role (providing evidence against the requirements of the job as per the job description and person specification). Applications without a cover letter will not be accepted.
Please quote reference number LMS 2613
*Additional allowances comprise a £1,000 lump sum Settlement Allowance plus a yearly Training Allowance of £850 in the first year, paid in monthly instalments. The Training Allowance increases to £1,300 in year two and £1,800 in the third year.
This role qualifies for endorsement by UKRI for a UK Global Talent Visa, for which the successful applicant is likely to be eligible to apply. We will also reimburse the cost of visa application (terms and conditions apply).
Closing date: 14 May 2025
Final appointment will be subject to pre-employment screening
Please note that applications may be reviewed by both LMS and Imperial staff
Athena SWAN
In 2017, the Institute received an Athena SWAN Silver Award to recognize its commitment to advancing women’s careers in science and research.
At the LMS there are three working groups which deliver on the action plan developed for the silver application.
Equality, diversity and wellbeing
The MRC LMS is committed to creating equality of opportunity to all members of the organisation, regardless of their background, and promoting diversity and inclusivity. We observe the Medical Research Council’s Equality and Diversity Vision, which sets out the MRC’s commitment to fulfill its obligations as a public body under the Equality Act 2010.
Technician’s Commitment
The LMS is a signatory to the Technician Commitment, a sector-wide initiative led by the Science Council and the Gatsby Foundation which aims to address the particular career challenges faced by technical and scientific support staff.
We provide opportunities to work alongside some of the top medical researchers on the planet, from our state-of-the-art research facilities.