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The Tzelepis lab is recruiting two postdoctoral research associates to drive our translational work on novel RNA biology of disease (particular focus on solid tumors and neurodegeneration). Our lab focuses on the epitranscriptome-associated roles of stem cell homeostasis and disease. Our approaches include functional genetics, normal and abnormal stem cell cultures, development and characterisation of novel treatments as well as various mouse models of disease.

The postholders will actively contribute to our research and be responsible for ensuring that the Tzelepis laboratory research is competitive and novel. The ideal candidate will be a team player with excellent communication skills and support a variety of experimental procedures, animal handling, imaging and data collection as well as preparing results for publications and grant submissions. The post also entails training students and visiting researchers in techniques and equipment use, as well as instructing correct research conduct.

Our work is highly collaborative, and we operate at the Cambridge Stem Cell Institute, the Department of Haematology and the wider scientific ecosystem (Babraham campus, Sanger Institute etc.) with access to state-of-the-art equipment and facility support.

Essential requirements are a PhD in a relevant subject and strong expertise in either:

1. Condensate biology of disease or

2. Disease-associated tRNA modifications. The ideal candidate will also have experience in either stem-cell/cancer biology, mouse models and/or nucleic acid editing.

For queries regarding this post, please contact Dr Konstantinos Tzelepis, email: kt404@cam.ac.uk

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 2 years in the first instance.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check, a health assessment and a security check.

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Applicants must have (or be close to obtaining) a PhD.

Appointment at Research Associate level is dependent on having a PhD. Those who have submitted but not yet received their PhD will initially be appointed as a Research Assistant (Grade 5, Point 38 £34,132) moving to Research Associate (Grade 7) upon confirmation of your PhD award.

Please ensure that you upload a covering letter and CV in the Upload section of the online application. The covering letter should outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.

Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.

Closing date: 16th April 2025

Interview date: 23rd April 2025

Please quote reference PS45501 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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Would you like to join a friendly and busy department? The Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience (PDN) is looking for a cleaner to join our team providing an efficient and reliable service to our buildings located in central Cambridge.

Our small team of cleaners make essential contributions to our community. You will work as part of the team providing a high standard of cleaning in all areas. Duties will include washing of scientific glassware, cleaning research and teaching laboratories, lecture theatres, offices, corridors, stairways and toilets.

No formal qualifications are required as training will be provided, however NVQ Level 1 Cleaning and Support Services Skills would be advantageous. Experience of laboratory and/or office cleaning would be beneficial. Good communication skills are essential as is the ability to follow written and verbal instructions from supervisors. A willingness to be flexible in approach and reliability are essential.

The position is offered on a permanent, part-time basis, 32 hours per week. The hours of work are flexible, between 7am and 4pm

The University is an accredited Real Living Wage (RLW) employer, and will ensure that employees are paid at least the prevailing RLW rate.

For more information about this post, please contact Katie Conran, Facilities and Operations Manager kc662@cam.ac.uk.

Apply:

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On the online form, in the suitability for the role section, you should explain the reasons for your application and how your knowledge, skills and experience match the requirements of the role. The full contact details for two professional referees should be provided; please note that we will assume that you are happy for us to approach your referees at any stage, unless you indicate otherwise in the space provided on the form.

If you are unable to use the online system for your application, please contact Tracey Flack, pdnhr@pdn.cam.ac.uk.

The closing date for applications is midnight on 13 April 2025. Interviews will be held on 24 April 2025.

Please quote reference PM45497 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. The Department of Physiology, Development & Neuroscience particularly welcomes applications from candidates from a BME background for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented in our department.

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We wish to recruit an enthusiastic and self-motivated IT Technician to join our evolving IT team, providing the Department of Plant Sciences with IT support across multiple sites within Cambridge. The IT Team provision support with teaching, research and administration activities throughout the department, working in line with the Universities' guidance and policies to promote excellent standards and practices. The role will be split between the main Department of Plant Sciences building on Downing Site and the Crop Science Centre in north-west Cambridge. This will be a hands-on role providing first and second line support and therefore requires good communication and relationship-building skills.

The role will be well supported by the IT Service Manager in the department, by the School of Biological Sciences Head of IT, and by colleagues in similar roles in other university departments. A wide range of training and professional career development opportunities are also available and encouraged. If you have the technical skills to help with the delivery of resilient IT services for the department, and the personality and drive to contribute to an outstanding support culture, please do apply - we'll be delighted to hear from you. This role is based within the Department of Plant Sciences, and full-time, on-site presence is expected.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.

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Please notice that if you have not received any news from us 1 month after the closing date you should consider that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

Please quote reference PD45472 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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The Department of Biochemistry, a large and flourishing academic community that enjoys a world-class reputation for both teaching and research, is embedded in the School of the Biological Sciences. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and efficient individual to join the Department as Receptionist & Administrative Assistant - a key member of the Department's Secretariat team.

Based in a busy and friendly professional services team, and reporting to the PA to the Head of Department, the successful candidate will join a dynamic and dedicated team of reception, clerical and general administrative support specialists who work as a team to underpin the Department's performance and reputation as a modern, progressive academic teaching and research institution.

The successful candidate will provide a friendly and welcoming front-of-house service to staff, students and visitors to the Department of Biochemistry across its two main sites in Tennis Court Road at the Hopkins and the Sanger Buildings. Routine reception duties (responding to calls, distributing mail, issuing keys and access cards, supporting security and safety procedures etc.) are enhanced by the opportunity to explore a wider range of administrative tasks. These may include assisting with the support of departmental committee business, helping with general administrative tasks, and being involved in departmental event planning, organisation and promotion. There is plenty of opportunity and scope to excel in various areas of administrative support, allowing for the opportunity to hone and develop a diverse skill set.

Overall, this is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to be central to the smooth running of departmental operations and governance by providing an efficient, friendly and 'can-do' front of house and administrative support service.

Educated to at least GSCE-level or equivalent, the ideal candidate will be able to work on their own initiative, be well organised in prioritising their work, be flexible in their approach and have excellent communication and IT skills along with a strong sense of team playing and working flexibly across a varied workload. They will have a strong understanding of the need for confidentiality, maintaining professionalism and discretion in all undertakings.

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Interviews are expected to be held on Wednesday 14th May 2025.

Informal discussions are welcome; please contact the Departmental Administrator & General Manager, Dr Katherine Wallington (email: da@bioc.cam.ac.uk).

For further assistance, please contact the Biochemistry HR team via email: personnel@bioc.cam.ac.uk

Please quote reference PH45480 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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We are seeking a creative and motivated Research Assistant./Research Associate to work on an ESRC-funded project at Dr Deborah Talmi's Emotional Cognition Lab at the Department of Psychology, University of Cambridge (https://dtalmi.wixsite.com/emotional-cognition), working collaboratively with Prof Rik Henson at the MRC Cognition and Brain Sciences Unit (https://www.mrc-cbu.cam.ac.uk/people/rik.henson) and Prof Emily Holmes (Uppsala, Sweden).

Please note there is a requirement for this position to work from the office in central Cambridge at least 3 days a week.

This post will involve conducting advanced memory modelling. The primary objective of this position is to develop temporal context models which can integrate new empirical evidence collected at the lab as part of this ongoing project. The ideal applicant will have independently conducted model optimisation and fitted complex models to empirical data. They will be able to demonstrate understanding of the mathematical foundations of memory models, and interest in independent model development.

Please enclose a cover letter and a 2-page CV following the guidance here: https://www.careers.cam.ac.uk/files/phdpostdoccvbook.pdf

The successful candidate will have - A strong quantitative background. Please explain how your training to date provides you with the expertise to develop and analyse formal models independently.

• A track record of publications in modelling human or animal memory (manuscripts in preparation will be considered). Please link to and explain the relevance of each publication, and your specific contribution to the modelling work (e.g. to development, testing etc.).

  • Obtained (or be close to the completion of) a PhD in computational neuroscience, mathematical psychology, mathematics, computer science, machine learning, statistics, or a related field. Please include degree dates and outcomes, as well as graduation date and/or viva date.

Preference will be given to candidates with:

• Sufficient programming skills to run numerical simulations and use large-scale optimization packages

• A quantitative undergraduate degree

• Hands-on experience with how experimental data is collected in humans

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 1 October 2026 in the first instance.

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Please enclose a cover letter and a 2-page CV following the guidance here: https://www.careers.cam.ac.uk/files/phdpostdoccvbook.pdf

For informal inquiries, please contact Deborah Talmi at dt492@cam.ac.uk

Closing Date: Monday 21st April 2025 at 12 Midnight

Interview Date: Thursday 1st May 2025

Please quote reference PJ45482 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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We are seeking to recruit a research assistant to work for the laboratory of Camilla Godlee in the Department of Biochemistry at the University of Cambridge, UK. Research in the Godlee lab focuses on host-pathogen interactions of bacterial infections. https://www.godleelab.com/ https://www.bioc.cam.ac.uk/research/faculty/camilla-godlee

The position would suit an ambitious and talented graduate who has recently completed a degree in Molecular or Cellular Biology or Biochemistry and is keen to gain further laboratory research experience.

The key responsibilities of the post are assisting with research projects, contributing to laboratory organisation, maintenance of laboratory stocks, ordering of reagents, and managing chemical and biological waste. There will also be the opportunity to pursue an independent research project.

The ideal candidate will have a strong aptitude for scientific research, excellent communication skills, good time-management and organisational abilities. The ability to work well in a team is essential. Previous research experience in eukaryotic cell biology, flow cytometry, fluorescence microscopy, infection biology or microbiology would be highly desirable. Training will be provided as required.

Applicants should submit a CV citing relevant experience, a cover letter explaining why they are suitable for the position and contact information for at least two referees.

Fixed-term: The successful candidate would be expected to start at the beginning of October 2025. The funds for this post are available until 31 August 2026 in the first instance.

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Informal enquiries are welcome to be sent to Camilla Godlee: cbjg2@cam.ac.uk.

If you have any queries regarding the application process, please contact: personnel@bioc.cam.ac.uk

Please quote reference PH45450 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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Salary: £22,637 - £23,076 per annum (pro-rata for 0.95 FTE) plus 15% shift allowance = £26,032 - £26,537 per annum. This equates to approximately an hourly rate of £12.52 - £12.76 (£14.39 - £14.67 with 15% uplift).

Fixed Term: This post is fixed-term until 9 September 2025.

We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join us as a 24/7 Veterinary Care Assistant in our Small Animal Wing on a temporary basis. The referral hospital is a very fast-paced environment working with complex and seriously ill animals. The temporary role will begin as soon as possible from April 2025 and will continue until the 9th of September 2025.

The main objective of the role is to provide animal care to an excellent standard for the Queen's Veterinary School referral Hospital, to meet the needs of the service in the Small Animal Wing. The small animal wing consists of four dog, two cat, critical care, isolation wards housing an average of 15-25 patients during the overnight period and Theatre Suite.

You will play an important part in a primary care team working alongside nurses and other veterinary care assistants. Responsibilities will include cleaning and animal care duties in order to assist veterinary nurses in the inpatient area and in theatres.

In return, we offer an encouraging and nurturing environment and have a dedicated team of clinicians, nurses and veterinary care assistants who are committed to providing the best care for our patients.

Benefits - Generous paid annual leave including bank holidays - Defined benefit pension scheme - Enhanced family friendly policies - Access to a dedicated Personal and Professional Development team - Wellness programme including Occupational Health team and Staff counselling - Staff discount scheme including shopping vouchers - Cycle to work scheme - Travel to work loans - Eye care voucher scheme - Discounted gym membership

If you have any questions about this role please contact the Clinical HR Team by email: qvsh.hr@vet.cam.ac.uk. Please quote reference PP45440 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

Further particulars for the role and information about the Department are available at: www.vet.cam.ac.uk

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.

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Applications will be monitored regularly, and we may contact candidates prior to the closing date. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Closing date: 06 April 2025

Interviews will commence mid-late April 2025.

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The School of Biological Sciences is seeking to recruit a Training and Inclusive Support Manager (TISM) to work closely with the Cambridge Biosciences Doctoral Training Partnership (DTP) team. The main purpose of this role is to lead on the planning and delivery of the training and skills development programme for Doctoral students funded by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) with a particular focus on understanding the varying skillsets, backgrounds, experience, and routes by which students arrive in order to help co-create bespoke development plans as these students progress through their doctoral programme.

Key features of our programme include the focus on interdisciplinary training, collaborative training with external partners and widening participation to ensure that we recruit and support talented students from groups who are currently underrepresented in postgraduate life sciences research.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate: experience of designing and facilitating training, excellent interpersonal and planning skills and familiarity with the teaching and transferable skills needs of postgraduate students.

Full details are available in the further particulars.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 30 September 2028 in the first instance.

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Please quote reference PA45459 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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The Department of Biochemistry, a large and flourishing academic community that enjoys a world-class reputation for both teaching and research, is embedded in the School of the Biological Sciences. A new and exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and efficient individual to join the Department as a Secretary & Receptionist - a key member of the Department's Secretariat team.

Based in a busy and friendly professional services team, and reporting to the PA to the Head of Department, the successful candidate will join a dynamic and dedicated team of reception, clerical and general administrative support specialists who work as a team to underpin the Department's performance and reputation as a modern, progressive academic teaching and research institution.

The successful candidate will provide a full secretarial service to departmental academics and/or senior management and will take an active role on reception in the Department's two buildings on a rotational basis. This is a key role in support of the smooth and efficient operation of the Department's work and time.

The successful candidate will contribute to the committee work of the Department and be central to the smooth running of operations and governance by providing an efficient, friendly and 'can-do' secretarial and reception service. Due to the nature of the role, the position is office-based, Monday to Friday.

Educated to at least A-level or equivalent, the ideal candidate will be experienced in administrative office work and have a clear understanding of general reception and secretarial responsibilities, along with a strong sense of team playing and working flexibly across a varied workload.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 3 years in the first instance.

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

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Interviews are expected to be held on Monday 12th May 2025.

Informal discussions are welcome; please contact the Departmental Administrator & General Manager, Dr Katherine Wallington (email: da@bioc.cam.ac.uk).

For further assistance, please contact the Biochemistry HR team via email: personnel@bioc.cam.ac.uk

Please quote reference PH45464 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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A postdoctoral position is available in the Henderson group.The role is to perform computational analysis of single read nanopore data for patterns of DNA methylation. The role holder should have excellent competency in relevant programming languages, for example C, Python, or R. Experience with nanopore data is beneficial and will have excellent skills working in teams and communicating complex research projects. The successful candidate should have a degree in a relevant area of bioscience or computer science.

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Please notice that if you have not received any news from us 1 month after the closing date you should consider that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

Please quote reference PD45456 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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Applications are invited for a trainee laboratory technician to support the research work in the Loke Centre for Trophoblast Research (Loke CTR), starting in late July 2025. This is an exciting opportunity for somebody passionate about getting started in scientific research to join a vibrant and friendly team of researchers in the heart of Cambridge and work in a state-of-the-art laboratory.

About the role

The role will support the research activities of the groups operating in the Loke CTR shared laboratory space based in the department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience (PDN). There are 6 research groups based permanently in the shared lab space, led by Prof Kathy Niakan, Prof Bill Colledge, Prof Erica Watson, Dr Thorsten Boroviak, Dr Courtney Hanna, and Dr Claire Senner. The role will provide direct support for approximately researchers across these groups, including the Loke CTR Next Generation Fellows.

This is an exciting role with varied responsibilities. You will support our tissue culture facilities, a molecular biology lab, histology preparation room, and placental, endometrial and human embryo shared facility. You will provide laboratory housekeeping to ensure a well-functioning laboratory environment, including performing tissue culture and histology techniques, preparing stock solutions, monitoring and replenishing stocks, and contributing to the health and safety culture of the research groups. You will also provide support for the Biology of the Human Uterus in Pregnancy and Disease Tissue Bank, which is used by Loke CTR researchers across the University with an interest in pregnancy and early development.

The Loke Centre for Trophoblast Research (Loke CTR)

The Loke Centre for Trophoblast Research (Loke CTR) is a centre of excellence to promote scientific study of the placenta, early development and maternal-fetal interactions during pregnancy. The Loke CTR unites 28 group leaders across 10 departments and affiliated institutes and provides diverse opportunities for scientific interaction through events, training and shared state-of-the-art facilities to support world leading trophoblast-related research across Cambridge.

What you will need You should be educated to a minimum of A-level or NVQ level 3 in a biological or other related subject and/or relevant laboratory experience in molecular biology. You should have a good understanding of molecular biology and previous research experience would be an advantage.

Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team are essential. You should have meticulous documentation and note-keeping skills and be able to manage your time and work effectively.

The position is flexible to suit individual needs. We will make an appointment for 1 year in the first instances and welcome applications from candidates interested in full-time work or part-time work for a minimum of 3 days per week. Due to the nature of the work, you will be required to work on site.

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The closing date for applications is 21st April 2025.

To find out more about the Loke CTR please visit our website at: https://www.trophoblast.cam.ac.uk/

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Erin Slatery, Loke CTR Executive Manager (execmgr.lokectr@pdn.cam.ac.uk). If you have any queries about the recruitment process, please contact Tracey Flack, Chief HR Administrator (pdnhr@pdn.cam.ac.uk).

Please quote reference PM45421 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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The Medical Research Council (MRC) Toxicology Unit is a leading International Research Institute within the School of Biological Sciences, University of Cambridge.

We are looking to appoint an IT Specialist to provide IT support for the research and administrative functions of the Toxicology Unit.

Main duties and responsibilities include:

General IT Support

¿ First-tier technical support, including general AV and IT troubleshooting for Windows, MacOS, and mobile devices ¿ Ensure user and instrument devices are updated/University compliant ¿ Manage computer life cycle ¿ Prepare and update standard operating procedures ¿ Prepare user guides and provide training to users at all levels

System Management and Support

¿ Manage user account life cycle ¿ Hands-on experience managing and maintaining Windows and Linux services, including AD, group policy, DNS, DHCP, Hyper-V, SQL Server, and Mongo DB

Network Management and Support

¿ Manage/maintain network infrastructure, including configurations, patching and tuning ¿ Ensure the network is secure and working efficiently. Troubleshoot network problems, collect performance statistics and create reports

You will be educated to degree level/level 6 vocational qualification or equivalent level of experience with demonstrable hands-on experience in IT support on different platforms. You will be a good communicator, highly proactive and able to develop and maintain technical knowledge.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 31 March 2027 in the first instance.

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If you have any queries regarding the application process, please contact hradmin@mrc-tox.cam.ac.uk

Further information can be found on our website: https://www.mrc-tox.cam.ac.uk

Please quote reference PU45415 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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The Sawarkar/Willis lab at the MRC Toxicology Unit is looking for a Research Assistant to contribute to its programme on neurodegeneration, epigenetics and antisense oligonucleotide (ASO) RNA therapeutics.

The project will use state-of-the-art molecular cell biology technologies, combined with ex vivo cell culture models, to improve delivery of ASO therapeutics and assay for related toxicity in neurodegeneration.

You will need to hold or be close to completing a Masters' degree in an appropriate field (e.g. Molecular biology) and/or have relevant experience at an equivalent level, together with demonstrable hands-on experience in RNA/ protein analytical techniques, microscopy and tissue culture. You will be able to work both independently and as part of a team, have excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills and ideally have experience of working on an independent research project. Enthusiasm for working in a diverse inter-disciplinary team is desirable.

The MRC Toxicology Unit is an internationally renowned institution focussed on the delivery of field-changing mechanistic insights into toxicology and disease. The Unit is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities including mass spectrometry, microscopy, and bioinformatics, and offers excellent opportunities for scientific career development.

Fixed-term: This post is funded by ERC until 31 August 2026 in the first instance.

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If you have any queries regarding the application process, please contact hradmin@mrc-tox.cam.ac.uk

Further information can be found on our website: https://www.mrc-tox.cam.ac.uk

Please quote reference PU45409 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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We invite applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join the research group of Dr. Antoine Hocher in the Department of Genetics, based in central Cambridge. Our lab explores molecular mimicry and chromatin evolution. We combine molecular biology, phylogenetics, proteomics and genetics.

This postdoctoral position focuses on studying and engineering proteins that mimic DNA. Molecular mimicry is a powerful evolutionary strategy observed across diverse organisms, from insects to vertebrates. While striking examples of phenotypic mimicry are well-documented, systematic approaches to identify and manipulate molecular mimicry remain largely unexplored.

The successful candidate will lead wet-lab projects aimed at:

• Developing high-throughput environmental DNA screens to uncover new cases of molecular mimicry.
• Engineering DNA-mimicking proteins using directed evolution platforms.
• Dissecting the mechanisms of action of newly identified DNA mimics.

By applying cutting-edge approaches, this work aims to systematically uncover DNA mimics and their targets, with potential applications in inhibiting DNA-binding proteins and advancing our understanding of molecular mimicry as a biological phenomenon.

This position provides a unique opportunity to develop expertise in diverse high-throughput techniques (proteomics, transcriptomics, directed evolution). The successful candidate will benefit from the lab's combined expertise in wet-lab molecular biology and computational biology.

Prior experience in microbiology, protein biology or experimental evolution is advantageous. Computational biology expertise is not required. A curious, persevering, and independent mindset is essential.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 2 years in the first instance.

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For informal enquiries about the role please contact Dr Antoine Hocher ah2368@cam.ac.uk

Please quote reference PC45382 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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A Research Assistant or Research Associate (post-doc) position in AI and Neuroinformatics is available to work with Prof Zoe Kourtzi (Adaptive Brain Lab, Univ of Cambridge; https://www.abg.psychol.cam.ac.uk) and Prof Eleni Vasilaki (School of Computer Science, Univ of Sheffield).

The position will focus on developing AI-guided tools for understanding brain functions (e.g. learning and adaptive behaviour) and improving early detection of brain disorders. This position is well-suited for candidates eager to develop and translate theoretical AI models into tools that can: a) help understand brain mechanisms in health and disease, b) be deployed in clinical settings.

Successful candidates will engage in developing AI models to synthesise and analyse diverse data sets, including brain imaging, genetic, cognitive, and epidemiological data. The research activity is at the core of a funded programme that brings together multidisciplinary experts in neuroscience, machine learning, clinical practice, clinical informatics with healthcare innovation and pharmaceutical industry partners.

You will receive multi-disciplinary research training at the interface of machine learning, neuroscience, and clinical translation. You will be integrated in a diverse collaborative team and will have the opportunity to participate in workshops as well as exchange visits across labs to facilitate cross-disciplinary training and collaborative working. You will be member of the AI-deas Hub for brain and mental health (https://www.cam.ac.uk/stories/AI-deas-launch). The Hub fosters collaborations between mathematics, statistics, computer science, medicine and industry aiming to develop analytics tools for brain research and healthcare.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Applicants should have a MRes or PhD (or have submitted by the time of appointment) together with a strong academic track record, in a relevant area: Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Data Science, Biostatistics, Neuroscience, or Medicine.

  • A strong academic track record and programming skills are essential.

• Experience with machine learning, data science, computational neuroscience, biostatistics, cognitive or clinical neuroscience are highly desirable

• Strong mathematical skills, knowledge of recurrent neural networks, foundation models and a focus on explainable machine learning models, would bring added value to the position.

• The successful applicant should demonstrate enthusiasm for generating new knowledge, openness to learning new approaches, and ability to contribute to a multidisciplinary team across sectors (academia, healthcare, industry).

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 18 months in the first instance.

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Please ensure that you upload your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a covering letter in the Upload section of the online application. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.

For informal inquiries, please contact Zoe Kourtzi at zk240@cam.ac.uk

Closing Date: Sunday 6th April at 12 Midnight

Interview dates: TBC

Please quote reference PJ45385 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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The Department of Genetics, University of Cambridge, is a thriving, friendly and dynamic community of staff and students, dedicated to the pursuit of world-class research, teaching and learning, and driven by curiosity, quality, collaboration and innovation. It is a wonderfully rich and rewarding environment in which to grow, both personally and professionally.

We wish to recruit an enthusiastic and self-motivated IT Technician who can assist with the provision of IT support for all teaching, research and administration activities within the department. The role will be split 50/50 between the main Department of Genetics and the Bioinformatics Training Facility (BTF), which sits within the Department of Genetics. This will be a hands-on role providing the first line of support and therefore requires good communication and relationship-building skills.

The role will be well supported by the IT Managers in the department and BTF, by the School of Biological Sciences Head of IT, and by colleagues in similar roles in other university departments. A wide range of training and professional career development opportunities are also available. If you have the technical skills to help with the delivery of a resilient IT service for the department, and the personality and drive to contribute to an outstanding support culture, please do apply - we'll be delighted to hear from you.

This role is based within the Department of Genetics, and full-time, on-site presence is expected.

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Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to Gareth Porteous gsp35@cam.ac.uk and Paul Judge pj237@cam.ac.uk

Please quote reference PC45379 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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The Innovation Pathway Coordinator at the Milner Therapeutics Insitute (MTI) is a new and exciting opportunity for an individual to play a key role in advancing neurotechnology innovation within the Cambridge NeuroWorks ARIA Activation Partnership.

The partnership comprises a consortium of organisations:Cambridge University Health Partners, several departments of the University of Cambridge, Babraham Research Campus, Cambridge & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge Network, and Vellos. The partners will provide creative talent with access to the expertise and resources needed to progress a new generation of neuro-technologies designed to treat conditions such as depression, dementia, chronic pain, epilepsy and injuries to the nervous system.

The role coordinates the delivery of the ideation ("What If") programme within the broader Cambridge NeuroWorks activity. This involves supporting the Innovation Pathway Manager to develop and implement the ideation ("What If") programme and support the "Blue Sky" fellows during their experimental exploration (Blue Sky) phase. The role also supports the transitions into the commercial translation ("Activation") phase, (led by the Babraham Research Campus. Collaborating with other programme coordinators and managers the role holder ensures the "What If" programme aligns with the goals of the Cambridge NeuroWorks Activation Partnership.

The role holder will produce programme content, analyse programme feedback, communicate/ promote events, coordinate/ manage communications with Blue Sky fellows and "What If" part-time participants, and foster community engagement with both internal and external stakeholders in the Cambridge NeuroWorks Community space on Connect: Health Tech.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in working in an entrepreneurial environment and initiating, developing, and maintaining stakeholder relationships. Will also be able to demonstrate knowledge of project coordination, ability to plan, execute and keep to deadlines.

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About the Milner Therapeutics Institute (MTI)

The MTI is a purpose-built research institute at the University of Cambridge, with an overarching vision to convert pioneering science into therapies by driving academic-industry partnerships. The MTI is breaking new ground in academic/industry interactions and demonstrates a world-leading model of start-up companies, academics and pharma working side by side at the bench. The MTI environment offers a unique opportunity to work at the interface of academia and industry, applying ground-breaking technologies to drug discovery and patient treatment.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 30 September 2027 in the first instance.

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For an informal discussion in confidence please contact Alexandra Huener, Head of Entrepreneurship ah930@cam.ac.uk.

Please quote reference PR45366 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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Are you an experienced HR professional looking for a varied and fast-paced role at the heart of a world-leading scientific research institute, embedded within the University of Cambridge?

A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen to join our busy and friendly research institute as a temporary HR Manager. The Gurdon Institute is a department of the University of Cambridge at the cutting edge of science, with 12 research groups, carrying out research on projects related to cancer and developmental biology. We are seeking a dedicated and proactive individual to become an integral part of our administration team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a globally recognised research environment, providing expert HR support to staff, students and visitors.

We are looking for someone with significant professional HR experience, ideally within Higher Education. You should be confident in handling complex and sensitive personnel matters with professionalism and discretion. The successful candidate will deliver a comprehensive HR service to the Institute, developing, implementing and maintaining an effective HR strategy and will ensure alignment with both the Institute's objectives and the University's HR policies and best practices.

Working closely with the Business and Operations Manager and supported by an HR Administrator, you will be part of a friendly and collaborative core administration team that underpins the operational success of the Institute.

The successful candidate will have a relevant degree or equivalent working experience and Level 5 CIPD qualification. A problem-solving mindset, strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise workloads effectively to meet deadlines and exceptional written and verbal communication skills are essential, as well as the ability to work flexibly and manage competing priorities. Experience in line management and the ability to work confidentially, with tact and discretion, are also key attributes.

The Institute currently operates a hybrid working model, but the postholder is expected to be on-site for a minimum of three days per week.

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

Temporary cover: This post is fixed-term for one year or the return of the post holder, whichever is the earlier.

If you are looking for a role where you can make a real impact within a leading research environment, we would love to hear from you!

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Please quote reference PR45353 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

Previous Applicants need not reapply.

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The degradation of natural habitats and farmland undermines efforts to keep global warming below 2°C, and to meeting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. International commitments under the Bonn Challenge seek to 'restore' 350 million hectares by 2030, a goal set in response to a scientific report indicating that 300-400 million hectares of forest needed to be restored to avoid dangerous climate change. While restoration promises to slow climate change, reverse biodiversity loss, and recover soils, 21st century restoration science lacks a joined-up understanding of the effectiveness of different tree planting options.

There is a pressing need to move beyond traditional individual project-level assessments of restoration that may fail to detect complex and larger-scale impacts. This project will conduct novel fieldwork and analysis that explicitly investigates biodiversity and carbon outcomes of the most commonly applied restoration techniques (natural regeneration, tree plantations, and on-farm agroforestry approaches) at large spatial scales. This near-continent-scale integrated programme of research uniquely focuses on wooded savanna and montane ecosystems in sub-Saharan Africa, where ~90 million hectares of restoration are planned.

This Postdoctoral Research Associate post reports directly to Professor David Edwards (University of Cambridge), with direct input from co-investigator Professor Casey Ryan (University of Edinburgh). It will tackle two main Objectives: (1) Quantify how restoration has impacted biodiversity and carbon storage across space and time; and (2) Identify the environmental and socio-economic drivers of restoration outcomes and effectiveness. In tackling these two objectives, this project will deliver a step change in our understanding of the likely consequences of continental-scale restoration, increasing the prospect of achieving its ecological and societal potential and meeting global climate and development goals.

The Postdoctoral Research Associate will conduct rigorous field sampling of birds across restoration types and spanning several countries including but not limited to Sierra Leone, Ghana, Rwanda, and Zambia. They will concurrently collect microclimate data. They will deliver high-quality analyses, including biogeographic multispecies occupancy models developed by Professor Edwards' team to project the biodiversity outcomes of different restoration forms across large spatial scales, and publish their findings in leading scientific journals. They will work with a high degree of independence, as appropriate seeking input from Profs Edwards and Ryan, and the wider network of restoration actors and academic collaborators engaged in this research. They will also become a member of the Centre for Global Wood Security and actively engage in this dynamic, international community.

This is a fixed term position for 2 years with potential for a 2-year extension.

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Please notice that if you have not received any news from us 1 month after the closing date you should consider that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

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The Medical Research Council Toxicology Unit is an internationally renowned institution focused on the delivery of field-changing mechanistic insights into toxicology and disease.

We are currently looking to appoint a Laboratory Technician to provide tissue culture, laboratory and media kitchen support to our research groups. The successful candidate will be required to ensure adequate supplies of glassware, general lab consumables and disposal of laboratory waste. You will also provide tissue culture laboratory maintenance including consumables ordering, media preparation, inspection and cleaning of tissue culture rooms and equipment.

You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be well organised and a reliable team player. You should be educated to A level, NVQ level 3 or have equivalent level of practical experience. Some experience of laboratory/biological scientific research work is essential; experience of tissue culture, laboratory and aseptic techniques would be an advantage.

This post is fixed-term with funding available until 31 March 2027 in the first instance.

The University offers a range of staff benefits which include:

Competitive rates of pay with automatic service-related pay progression and annual cost of living increases.

An annual leave allowance of 36 days paid leave (including bank holidays)

Generous maternity, adoption and shared parental leave entitlement and other family friendly schemes (e.g. workplace nurseries and salary exchange schemes for childcare)

An auto-enrolment pension scheme, with a generous employer contribution

Travel benefits and retail discounts at over 2,000 local and national stores

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If you have any queries regarding the application process, please contact hradmin@mrc-tox.cam.ac.uk

Further information can be found on our website: https://www.mrc-tox.cam.ac.uk

Please quote reference PU45339 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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