Microbiology Research Assistant
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Microbiology Research Assistant
[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is seeking a Microbiology Research Assistant to join the Laboratory of Arjan Narbad. This is a 10-month full-time position focusing on encapsulation of probiotic bacteria. Salary: £28,550 to £35,500 per annum. Closing date: 14 January 2025.
The Role
Probiotic bacteria are known to provide many health benefits to the human host. However, in order for these benefits to be realised the probiotics need to have a long shelf life and be able survive exposure to both the acidic conditions of the stomach and bile acids during transit in the gut. The aim of this project is to develop suitable encapsulation technologies to improve the survival of probiotic bacteria during processing and maintain viability on storage. We are looking for an experienced microbiologist to undertake microbiological culturing work and to operate in vitro colon fermentation models.
Ideal Candidate
We are seeking a microbiology graduate with an interest in probiotics and human health to investigate the application of encapsulation of probiotic bacteria to improve the shelf life and efficacy of the probiotic products. This is a short 10-month contract to work with an industry partner. The post holder will conduct microbiology assays and make use of in vitro colon models to assess the impact of probiotic on the structure and function of the human gut microbiome.
Additional Information
Salary on appointment will be within the range £28,550 to £35,500 per annum depending on qualifications and experience. This is a full-time post for a contract of 10 months, we welcome candidates looking for job share, full-time or part-time working patterns. Please note, this post does not meet UKVI requirements to provide visa sponsorship.
Further information and details on how to apply can be found here, or contact the Human Resources team on [contact hidden] or [contact hidden] quoting reference 1004821.
About [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, 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.