Faculty of Science
School of Biological Sciences
Senior Research Associate
Ref: RA2346
Salary on appointment will be £38,784 per annum, with an annual increment up to £46,049 per annum.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Research Associate to join the School of Biological Sciences to conduct studies on a BBSRC-funded project, which explores a novel role for amino acids in subverting metal toxicity in pathogenic Gram-positive bacteria.
The research aims to uncover how amino acid metabolism intersects with metal homeostasis and stress responses, revealing new molecular mechanisms that may inform future antimicrobial strategies. You will join a dynamic research group with access to state-of-the-art facilities and collaborative networks across microbiology, biochemistry, and molecular biology.
As a Senior Research Associate you will be responsible for designing and conducting experiments, analysing data, preparing manuscripts, and presenting research findings. The role requires independent initiative and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to achieve the research objectives.
You will have a PhD (or be near completion, within 6 month of appointment) in microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related field. You will also have skills in genetic manipulation (of bacteria)
and/or strong command of molecular biology
techniques. Experience working with Gram-positive bacteria would be advantageous.
This full-time post is available from 1 November 2025 on a fixed term basis for up to three years.
Benefits include:
- 44 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and University Customary days (pro rata for part-time).
- Family and Work-life balance policies including hybrid working and considerable maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption leave.
- Generous pension scheme with life cover for dependants, plus incapacity cover.
- Health and Wellbeing: discounted access to Sportspark facilities, relaxation rooms, 320 acres of rolling parkland, wellbeing walks, Wellbeing Ambassador network, on-campus medical centre including NHS Dentist, Occupational Health and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
- Campus Facilities: Sportspark, library, nursery, supermarket, post office, bars and catering outlets.
- Exclusive shopping discounts to help cut the cost of household bills, childcare salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and public transport discounts.
- Personal Development: unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses, specialist advice and training from our Organisational Development and Professional Learning Team.
- The successful applicant will join the Centre for Microbial Interactions which is one of the world's largest groupings of microbiology expertise spanning a broad remit of active research areas. You will benefit from a dynamic and diverse research environment at Norwich Research Park exploring microbial interactions across a wide range of scales and disciplines. Our established infrastructure and collaborative culture provide an excellent platform to drive high-quality research and innovation, forge global partnerships, and train the next generation of microbiologists.
Closing date: 21 September 2025
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