Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Parts Lab) - Generative Biology Institute

The Generative Biology Institute at the Ellison Institute of Technology is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join the Parts Lab. The successful candidate will design, execute, and troubleshoot experiments, analyze complex datasets, and contribute to the research direction of the group. The role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, building research infrastructure, and mentoring junior researchers. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in a relevant field, a track record of delivering ambitious research projects, and experience in molecular biology, synthetic biology, or related fields.

Requirements

• Completed a PhD within the last 4 years in a relevant field
• Track record of delivering ambitious research projects to a high standard
• Strong track record in research, ideally in molecular biology, synthetic biology, or related fields
• Skilled in data analysis and interpretation; experience with genomic analysis, automation, or computational tools desirable
• Proven ability to work independently, think creatively, and solve complex experimental problems
• Experience publishing in high-impact journals and presenting at international conferences
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience collaborating in multidisciplinary teams
• Capacity to build and sustain productive collaborations internally and externally
• Resilience, adaptability, and enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced, high-growth research environment

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Travel allowance
• Bonus
• Enhanced holiday pay
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• Private Medical Insurance
• Hospital Cash Plan
• Therapy Services
• Perk Box
• Electric Car Scheme