University of Sheffield Research Associate Job For Biology, Biotech – Apply Now
Job Reference Number: UOS041004
Job Title: Research Associate
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Working Pattern: Full-time
Faculty: Faculty of Science
Department: Department of Chemistry
Location: Dainton Building, Brookhill
Salary: Grade 7
£37,099 – £39,347 per annum
Closing Date: 11th June 2024
Summary:
- We have an exciting opportunity in the University of Sheffield.
- We are looking for a Research Associate with a background in working with non-canonical amino acids (ncAA) for a new and
exciting interdisciplinary project aiming at revolutionising the way we measure and understand proton transfer in biology and
utilising proton transfer reactions across proteins for sustainability purposes. - The project is part of a funded ERC project, which will give the Research Associate the freedom and responsibility to establish
a new facility for designing new ncAA, perform the directed evolution, and protein expression with several ncAAs in them. You
will also be given the freedom to pursue novel independent directions in the context of the research group. The position is
fully funded for at least 3 years. - The setting of the research group is highly interdisciplinary, and in addition to the primarily biological work related to this job,
- it includes chemical synthesis of the ncAA and other probes, ultrafast spectroscopy measurements, and even bioelectronic
measurements. - You will benefit from an excellent mentorship and career development plan. For the long term, Research Associate will also
experience mentorship of graduate students - We are looking for someone with a PhD or an equivalent experience in a biochemical/Biotechnological-related field such as
biology, biotechnology, or chemistry.
You should have experience in
# Working with expressing proteins with ncAA
# Directed evolution of orthogonal aaRSs
# Providing mentoring & supporting MSc & PhD Students
This position provides an excellent opportunity to develop interdisciplinary skills and the ability to communicate with
researchers from different disciplines and backgrounds.
What We Offer:
# 38 days annual leave (including closure days and Bank Holidays), with the possibility to purchase up to ten additional
days.
# Up to 5 days of paid time off to cover emergency caring responsibilities.
# A highly competitive pension scheme.
# Discounts at participating shops and cinemas, and a cycle to work scheme.
# A commitment to your development, with programmes, learning modules and mentoring schemes.
# An inclusive and diverse workplace.
# A commitment to your wellbeing, with confidential emotional support.
University of Sheffield Research Associate Job For Biology, Biotech – Apply Now
