Research Associate in Mycobacterial Biochemistry & Microbiology
University of York - Computer Science
Wangoi, Manipur, India0–2 yrs1d agovia LinkedIn
About the Role
The York Bioenergetics Lab is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate (PDRA) to advance research into Mycobacterium tuberculosis and the wider mycobacteria group. This position is funded until October 2028.
Key Responsibilities
- Continue research leveraging bioenergetic expertise to understand how mycobacteria are affected by new antibiotics such as Q203, bedaquiline, and derivatives.
- Progress several advanced projects to completion.
- Develop research objectives.
- Carry out individual and collaborative projects.
- Plan and prioritize own work to meet deadlines.
- Proactively support colleagues and students.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Remission spectroscopy
- Membrane protein biochemistry
- Cryo-EM
- Understanding of bioenergetics
- Knowledge of biochemistry and microbiology
Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree in biochemistry, microbiology, or related area.
- PhD in biochemistry, biophysics, bacteriology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- Experience of culturing and genetically modifying bacteria, ideally mycobacteria.
- Experience of protein purification, ideally of membrane proteins.
- Ability to explain how published rigorous scientific findings advance their field.
- Highly motivated and professional with a collaborative work ethic.
Salary: £37,694 - £46,049 per year
Contract: Full-time, Fixed term
Based at: University of York campus