Research Assistant (Fixed Term)

A Research Assistant position is available in the Bhatia group starting in November 2024 at the Sainsbury Laboratory Cambridge University. The lab will investigate the mechanistic basis of the function of the plant hormone cytokinin (CK) in plant development using Arabidopsis thaliana as model. By integrating genetic analyses, including genetic mosaics, live imaging, cellular growth quantifications and single-cell omics, the lab will aim to develop cellular and molecular frameworks of CK-mediated coordination of cell proliferation and differentiation that shapes plant organ form. The candidate will be working in a stimulating scientific environment with ample opportunities to learn new techniques.

The candidate will perform plant management and maintenance, phenotyping, crossing, DNA extraction and genotyping, Agrobacterium-mediated plant transformation and molecular biology experiments including cloning (restriction enzyme-based, infusion PCR-based, gateway and green-gate) and quantitative real-time PCR. The candidate is expected to work in a collaborative manner with other lab members. 

Qualifications:

• Applicants must have a bachelor's degree in Plant biology, science, molecular biology or relevant discipline.
• Excellent communication skills in both oral and written English are expected.
• Previous experience in laboratory research and Arabidopsis thaliana handling is required.
• The successful candidate will be expected to work collaboratively in the lab.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel is a prerequisite, and strong computer literacy is necessary.
• Excellent observation skills are essential.
• The ability and enthusiasm to learn new techniques is required.

If you are passionate about scientific research and possess the necessary technical skills, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

At the Sainsbury Laboratory, we foster a welcoming and collaborative environment. We offer a range of family- friendly benefits and development opportunities to our employees.  More about the Sainsbury Laboratory and details of what the University offers to employees can be found at: https://www.slcu.cam.ac.uk

More information about research in the Bhatia group can be found here: https://www.slcu.cam.ac.uk/bhatia-group

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

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click on the apply button above.

Scientific enquiries about the position should be directed to Neha Bhatia - nb759@cam.ac.uk

For questions regarding the application process, please email HR@slcu.cam.ac.uk. 

Please quote reference PT43145 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 University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. 

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