Postdoctoral Scientist - Cell Biology - Dr Kate McDole - LMB 2587

Postdoctoral Scientist - Cell Biology - Dr Kate McDole - LMB 2587

View Vacancy -- Postdoctoral Scientist - Cell Biology - Dr Kate McDole - LMB 2587

Open Date: 27/03/2025, 08:00
Close Date: 24/04/2025, 23:55
Research Institute: MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology
Location: Cambridge
Salary: £41,344 per annum
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Job Type: Science
Full Time / Part Time: Full Time
Contract Length: 3 years

Overall purpose: To work within the Group of Dr Kate McDole at the Laboratory of Molecular Biology (LMB), within a programme aimed at morphogenesis of the mammalian embryo. Specifically, to undertake research to investigate how cells coordinate to form tissues during the early organogenesis stages in the mouse embryo, and how a cell's fate can be influenced by its physical environment.

We seek enthusiastic individuals to work in an interdisciplinary lab with projects involving:

1. The biological aspects of mammalian development and organ/tissue morphogenesis.
2. The advancement of light-microscopy methods.
3. The development of computational methods to analyse, segment, model, and quantify large-scale time lapse datasets.

Main duties:

1. To undertake research aimed at investigating mechanisms of mammalian morphogenesis.
2. To identify, develop and apply a broad range of techniques to pursue the research objectives.
3. To present scientific work at seminars within the Laboratory and at external meetings.
4. To draft scientific papers, and contribute to the overall preparation of research for publication.
5. To assist in the training of PhD Students and other members of the LMB.

Person Specification:
Academic qualifications: A PhD in a relevant subject or due to complete PhD within 6 months.
Technical skills and expertise: Must have skills relevant to the project, familiarity with light-microscopy, and good communication skills in English.

Further Information:
You must at all times carry out your responsibilities with due regard to the UKRI:

• Code of Conduct
• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policy
• Health and Safety policy
• Data Protection policy

The MRC is a unique working environment where scientific researchers can partake in world-class innovation and collaboration opportunities. We provide access to a range of training & development, including professional registration with the Science Council.

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