Postdoctoral Researcher
Salary £41,344 per annum
Fixed Term 3 years
MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology, Cambridge, UK
Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Scientist position in the laboratory of Dr Roni Levin Konigsberg at the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology (LMB), within a programme aimed at understanding the molecular physiology of phagocytic cells in health and disease. Specifically, to undertake research to investigate how phagocytic cells handle the degradation products from phagolysosomes for metabolic recycling, prevention of toxicity and resumption of phagocytosis.
Applicants are required to have a PhD in a relevant subject or be due to complete a PhD within 6 months. Previous experience and an ability to perform techniques relevant to the envisioned project is essential. Experience working in light microscopy, organelle biology, immune cell work and flow cytometry will be beneficial.
Informal enquires may be made to Dr Levin Konigsberg by emailing: rlevinko@mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk
This is a three-year training and development position suitable for you if you have recently completed your doctoral studies, or you are looking to move into a new research discipline and/or need to further develop your research skills. Working with our world class scientists you will be working in an Institute renowned for its excellent scientific facilities and high-quality research.
The LMB has a collaborative working culture and state-of-the-art building based on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus. We have on-site parking, cycle enclosures and excellent public transport links to the site. We have a staff restaurant with roof terrace and access to a Campus nursery and sports and social facilities. You will be eligible to join our defined benefit pension scheme with an employer contribution of 16%, holiday entitlement of 40.5 days (including bank holidays and privilege days) and a generous employee discount scheme. We are also committed to providing training and development opportunities including support towards role-related qualifications.
The LMB is a world-class research institute within UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). UKRI is nine research councils, working together across all disciplines and sectors. More information can be found at www.ukri.org and www.mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk.
This role qualifies for endorsement by UKRI for a UK Global Talent Visa, for which the successful applicant is likely to be eligible to apply. Immigration costs (visa and health surcharge) can be reclaimed from UKRI after taking up the post (terms and conditions apply).
If you are unable to apply online please contact us at recruit@mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk.
Closing date: 24/04/2025
Final appointments will be subject to a pre-employment screening.
We actively support equality, diversity and inclusion in all our activities, processes and culture. We encourage applications from all sections of society. The LMB particularly welcomes women, minority ethnic and disabled candidates to apply for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented. We are a disability inclusive employer and encourage disabled people to apply for this role. You are very welcome to contact us for information about the application process and any adjustments you may require; recruit@mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk.