Research Scientist

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 3 May 2026
LOCATION
Norwich
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£40,750 / year
CATEGORY
Science & Research
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SKILLS

Molecular Biology Microbiology Bioinformatics Data Analysis Microscopy Project Management Communication Skills Genomics

FULL DESCRIPTION

Research Scientist

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is looking for a Research Scientist to join a project investigating the association of Salmonella with Protists in wastewater. Salary: £33,050 to £40,750 per annum. Full-time, 2 years contract.

The role

The successful applicant will work within an interdisciplinary team of computational, molecular and statistician scientists. The project will build on a phase I BMGF Grand Challenges Explorations project where you will employ experimental studies to test whether Salmonella is associated with specific protist species in the aquatic environment. The project involves travel to Zimbabwe for knowledge exchange and training. [Employer hidden] provides a vibrant setting with multiple research teams working on microbial genomics, molecular epidemiology, microbial communities, and food science. You will gain experience in molecular biology, microbiology, data analysis, microscopy and project management.

The ideal candidate

The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Microbiology or a related discipline with a background in molecular microbiology, microscopy or related areas. Training in bioinformatics/data science and microscopy as needed. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.

Additional information

Salary on appointment will be within the range £33,050 to £40,750 per annum. Full-time post for 24 months. For further information and how to apply, visit the HR website or contact the Human Resources team on [contact hidden] or [contact hidden] quoting reference 1004382. [Employer hidden] Bioscience is a registered charity and an Equal Opportunities Employer.

About the [Employer hidden]

The [Employer hidden] 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] Bioscience, the University of East Anglia, the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and BBSRC.

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