Background

The Quadram Institute is a new interdisciplinary research institute at the forefront of a new era in food and health research. Its mission is to understand how food and the gut microbiota are linked to the promotion of health and the prevention of disease. The Quadram Institute is looking to reduce the problems caused by microbes in the food chain by delivering an enhanced understanding of the ecology, evolution and survival strategies of pathogens in the food chain, including the drivers of antimicrobial resistance, to improve human health.

The role

This role involves whole genome sequencing of Salmonella enterica serovar Typhi strains on both short and long read platforms to investigate genome rearrangements, and developing/optimising transposon mutagenesis in wildtype strains of S. Typhi to identify genes required for survival in bile. The postholder will communicate their findings to project partners and disseminate them through presentations and reports to various audiences.

The ideal candidate

• PhD in a biological subject
• Experience in transposon mutagenesis and whole genome sequencing
• Experience in planning, conducting and analysing scientific experiments
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent report writing skills
• Ability to work independently to tight deadlines

Additional information

Salary on appointment will be within the range £31,250 to £38,100 per annum depending on qualifications and experience. This is a fulltime post for a period of 5 years.

Further information and details of how to apply can be found here, or contact the Human Resources team on [contact hidden] or [contact hidden] quoting reference 1003550.