Scientist, Molecular Biology
Quick answer
Ellison Institute of Technology is hiring a Scientist, Molecular Biology (Oxford, UK) with a PhD and 5+ years of postdoctoral research experience to contribute to plant biotechnology research, with a competitive salary and benefits package.
- Role
- Scientist, Molecular Biology
- Organization
- Ellison Institute of Technology
- Location
- Oxford, England, United Kingdom
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- Salary dependent on experience + travel allowance + bonus
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
Join the Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT) as a Scientist in Molecular Biology to drive research in plant biotechnology, contributing to global food production and planetary health.
What you'll do
- Drive rigorous experimental design, execution, and data interpretations
- Deliver research progress through stage-gated milestones
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to incorporate cutting edge research techniques
- Present scientific work at seminars within EIT and at external meetings
- Assist in the translation of scientific results into commercial opportunities
- Conduct research ethically, in compliance with EIT policy, regulatory guidance, and best scientific practice
What it takes
- PhD and > 5 years postdoctoral research experience in high-performance molecular biology labs
- Extensive experience in gene libraries for gene discovery, trait engineering, and functional genomics applications
- Hands-on experience with pooled transformation, selection, screening, and deconvolution workflows
- Expertise in molecular cloning techniques
- Experience applying NGS-based methods for library quality control, construct identification, and pooled-screen analysis
- Ability to design, optimise, and troubleshoot automated molecular biology workflows
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Enhanced holiday, pension with employer contribution, life assurance, income protection, private medical insurance, employee discounts, electric car scheme, nursery salary sacrifice scheme, cycle to work scheme, family planning, neurodiversity support, coaching & therapy services
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
Oxford, England, United Kingdom, on-site
What is the compensation?
Salary dependent on experience + travel allowance + bonus
What are the key qualifications required?
PhD and > 5 years postdoctoral research experience in high-performance molecular biology labs, extensive experience in gene libraries, hands-on experience with transformation workflows, expertise in molecular cloning techniques, experience applying NGS-based methods, ability to design and optimise automated workflows
How do I apply?
Apply now on the Ellison Institute of Technology's job posting page
How to apply
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