Research Assistant

Updated: May 19, 2024 02:13 AM GMT

Aston University

Birmingham

Location: Aston University Main Campus
Salary: £29,605 to £37,099 per annum
Grade: Grade 07
Contract Type: Fixed Term (24 months)

Basis: Full Time
Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Thursday 30 May 2024
Interview Date: Monday 10 June 2024
Reference: 0238-24
Release Date: Thursday 16 May 2024

We are looking for a skilled Research Assistant to work on a recently awarded BBSRC Engineering Biology Mission Award. The aim of the project is to engineer Escherichia coli strains to express different high value inner membrane proteins and determine the best expression conditions for maximal yield and protein quality of target proteins.

The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in molecular biology and microbiology. Techniques will focus on DNA construction design, cloning, and the analysis of recombinant protein production. An ability to learn new techniques quickly is highly desirable and full training will be given as needed.

The post is available fixed term to 13 February 2026... More Detail