Postdoctoral Scientist - PNAC - Dr Patrycja Kozik - LMB 2477

MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology, Cambridge, UK

Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Scientist position in the Group of Dr Patrycja Kozik at the Laboratory of Molecular Biology (LMB). The overall goal of the group is to dissect the molecular mechanisms involved in the initiation of immune responses by dendritic cells (Science (2023) 1258-1265 / Cell Reports (2020) 107905). More specifically, we are interested in the molecular mechanisms of antigen presentation, the role of endocytic escape pathway in DC biology, and in the specific functions of DCs in different disease models. 

You will have a PhD in biological subject (ideally cell biology, molecular biology or immunology) or be due to complete doctoral studies within 6 months of applying. You will have good understanding of dendritic cell biology and experience with either in vitro assays to study antigen processing and presentation or mouse models to study immune responses in vivo.

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, on-site nursery, 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.

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Closing date: 07/10/2024

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.