Research Associate in Synthetic Biology

5 days ago

South Kensington, United Kingdom Imperial College London Full time

Reference Number
- **ENG03329**
- Faculty / Department
- **Faculty of Engineering**
- Salary
- **Competitive**
- Location / Campus
- **South Kensington Campus - Hybrid**
- Contract Type / Work Pattern
- **Full time - Fixed term**
- Closing date
- **10-Dec-2024**

**About the role**:
This post aims to develop novel synthetic biology tools and approaches to achieve improved delivery of large DNA systems into mammalian cells. It is a unique chance to help shape the present and future of synthetic biology. The PDRA will work within the Ceroni group but in close collaboration with other PDRAs at the Ellis and Cai labs and will become part of the Imperial Centre for Synthetic Biology.

**What you would be doing**:
The successful applicant will be expected to design and conduct experiments to engineering mammalian cell lines, design and develop genetic constructs via cutting edge molecular cloning protocols, perform transfections and cell characterisation.

**What we are looking for**:

- A PhD in Biology, Synthetic biology, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering or related disciplines. Practical experience in mammalian cell engineering methodologies
- Ability to think critically and independently and to lead your own work programme
- Ability to direct the work of supervised students.

**What we can offer you**:
The post is available for 24 months. Starting salary is determined on experience.

**Further information**:

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**Available documents**:

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- Download: Employee Benefits Booklet.Pdf
- Download: Job Description Research Associate.Pdf
- Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.

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