You will hold a PhD in chemical biology, biochemistry, structural biology or an equivalent discipline, with postdoctoral experience in biochemistry and structural biology. You will bring strong specialist knowledge of protein expression, purification and characterisation, alongside experience in molecular cloning and established analytical techniques including SDS‑PAGE, Western blotting, enzyme assays and kinetic analyses. Evidence of high‑quality research outputs, strong analytical problem‑solving skills and experience with X‑ray crystallography and/or cryo‑electron microscopy are essential. You will be an effective communicator, able to present complex information clearly to a range of audiences, and willing to contribute to mentoring and guiding students and junior colleagues.
You will be an enthusiastic collaborator with the ability to work both independently and as part of a collegiate team, showing commitment to continual professional development and contributing proactively to a positive and inclusive research culture. Experience in supervising postgraduate students, performing bioinformatic or statistical analysis, or working within multisite teams would be advantageous. The University of Leicester is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applicants who share these values and are ready to contribute to a community that is inclusive, inspiring and impactful.