The Role

The Research Scientist will join the Kroon group to work on two research projects. One is a European-funded innovation project that seeks to develop biofortified plant foods using hydroponics systems which has partners in Estonia and Belgium. The other is a BBSRC-GCRF-funded project to investigate the bioavailability of iron and zinc from biofortified potatoes and has partners in Peru, Switzerland and the University of East Anglia.

The post-holder will work collaboratively with other researchers within and without the Kroon group to undertake the experimental research needed for these two projects. In addition, the post-holder will be required to take on a significant role in supporting the management of these projects with Kroon. This will include arranging meetings, requesting and collating progress reports and cost statements from partners, contributing to dissemination activities, and communicating with project partners.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have a PhD in a relevant scientific subject (microbiology, biology, plant physiology, biochemistry, nutrition) and experience of undertaking original research. The position would best suit a postdoctoral level biologist or biochemist who has an interest in developing innovative approaches to solve micronutrient deficiencies and has an interest in taking responsibility for aspects of project management.

Additional Information

Salary on appointment will be within the range £32,255 to £39,345 per annum depending on qualifications and experience. This is a full-time post for a contract of 10 months in the first instance, with possibility of extension.

How to Apply

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 1004013.

About Quadram Institute

The Quadram Institute is a new interdisciplinary research institute dedicated to understanding how food and microbes interact to promote health and prevent disease. Its mission is to deliver healthier lives through innovation in gut health, microbiology and food. A partnership between [Employer hidden], the University of East Anglia, the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and BBSRC, it brings together scientists and clinicians in a state-of-the-art building on the Norwich Research Park. This is one of Europe’s largest centres of life sciences and home of the John Innes Centre and The Earlham Institute.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sectors of society. The Institute supports equality of opportunity within the workplace and expects all employees to share and display these values. To support our commitment, we have a range of family, faith and diversity friendly working arrangements to help all staff achieve excellence in their area of work. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to offer an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for this vacancy.