About the role

We are seeking a talented and highly motivated Research Assistant, to support and contribute to translational research programmes, with a proven expertise in protein expression, purification and biophysical characterisation. You will work within a dynamic and collaborative research group investigating protein structure-function relationships, supporting fundamental science a with real-world implications in health and disease. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to an important area of translational research. The post is based within Dr Gareth Hall’s structural biology research group at the University of Leicester, but there will be extensive interactions with research scientists at the research charity LifeArc.

Additional information:

The Leicester Institute of Structural and Chemical Biology is superbly equipped for all aspects of structural biology, including protein crystallography, NMR, and cryoEM. We have in-house access to an FEI Titan Krios G3, 600 and 800 MHz Bruker NMR spectrometers with cryoprobes, a Rigaku X-ray diffraction system, multiple robotic systems for preparing crystal screens, excellent computer facilities and a range of AKTA FPLC protein chromatography systems.

About you

This role is ideal for individuals with a strong foundation in molecular biology, biochemistry, or structural biology, who are looking to advance their research experience in an academic environment. They should also be experienced in recombinant protein expression (bacterial, insect, or mammalian systems) and protein purification (e.g., affinity, ion exchange, size exclusion).

Additional information

Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Dr Gareth Hall on [email protected]

Applications for job share will be considered.

As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to professional development, this role will also be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Please ensure this is discussed with your line manager prior to applying. More information regarding secondments can be found here

The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.

As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive.

We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.