Senior Research Scientist
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Senior Research Scientist
[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is hiring a Senior Research Scientist to join the Laboratory of Prof Daniel Figeys in the Microbes and Food Safety programme.
Salary: £45,450 to £56,750 per annum | Contract: Full time until 31 March 2028
Location: Norwich Research Park, Norwich, UK
About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Research Scientist to join a collaborative team studying xenobiotics-gut microbiome interactions as well as developing precision microbiome intervention trials. The ideal candidates will have expertise in laboratory-based microbiome studies, intervention trials, and bioinformatics. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary group of researchers and have access to state-of-the-art infrastructure to design, develop, and apply innovative approaches for microbiome research.
The main foci of this position are to advance precision prebiotic microbiome intervention trials aimed at promoting healthy ageing and to study the interactions of prebiotics, drugs and other xenobiotics on the gut microbiome. The post-holder will support the Group Leader with day-to-day running of the lab, including line management of staff, overseeing budgets, and leading the scientific direction.
Ideal Candidate
- PhD in Biochemistry, Microbiology, Molecular Biology or relevant fields
- Knowledge of experimental microbiology relevant to live microbiome studies
- Experience with bioinformatic analysis of data
- Significant previous experience in microbiome laboratory experiments
- Experience with preparing documents for ethical approval
- Ability to manage staff and budgets
Additional Information
Salary on appointment will be within the range £45,450 to £56,750 per annum depending on qualifications and experience. This is a full-time post available until 31 March 2028.
Further information and details of how to apply can be found on the HR website, or contact the Human Resources team on [contact hidden] or [contact hidden] quoting reference 1004957. This role meets the criteria for a visa application, and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Please contact the Human Resources Team if you have any questions regarding your application or visa options.
About [Employer hidden]
The Quadram Institute is a cutting-edge £75 million facility with strategic research programmes in Food, Microbiome and Health, and Microbes and Food Safety. We bring together a diverse team of researchers, academics, and NHS clinicians to tackle pressing issues in human health, food, and disease. Our innovative approach bridges food science, gut biology, and human health, leveraging the world-class bioscience cluster at Norwich Research Park.
[Employer hidden] is a registered charity (No. 1058499) and is an Equal Opportunities Employer.