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Postdoctoral Research Associate in Plasmodium vivax TRAg Protein Structure and Function University of Cambridge in United Kingdom
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Molecular Biology
Funding
Fixed-term full-time post for 6 months. No stipend or tuition funding is mentioned; this is a salaried postdoctoral research position.
Deadline
Nov 8, 2026
Country
United Kingdom
University
University of Cambridge
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The Deane and Rayner laboratories at the Cambridge Institute for Medical Research, University of Cambridge, are recruiting a Postdoctoral Research Associate for a fixed-term, full-time project in biology, medical science, structural biology, and parasite-host interaction research.
The project investigates a multi-gene family expanded in Plasmodium vivax and related neglected human malaria parasites, with a focus on tryptophan-rich antigens (TRAgs) and their lipid-binding activity. The successful candidate will produce high-quality purified TRAg proteins for structural and functional studies and contribute to collaborative papers within an interdisciplinary team.
Key technical experience required includes protein expression in HEK293F mammalian expression systems, X-ray crystallography of protein-ligand complexes, and biophysical interaction analysis using methods such as biolayer interferometry or isothermal titration calorimetry. Desirable experience includes computational modelling of protein complexes, cloning, mutagenesis, and broader molecular biology approaches. A strong publication record with first-author peer-reviewed papers is expected.
The post is based at the Cambridge Institute for Medical Research on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus in Cambridge, England, United Kingdom. The appointment is available for 6 months from the start date. No scholarship-style funding, tuition waiver, or stipend is described; this is a research staff position.
Deadline: 8 November 2026.
How to apply: Apply online through the University of Cambridge vacancy portal. Upload a covering letter and CV, and provide referee details including email address and phone number. Quote reference SD51362 in your application.
Funding details
Fixed-term full-time post for 6 months. No stipend or tuition funding is mentioned; this is a salaried postdoctoral research position.
What's required
Applicants must have demonstrable experience with protein expression using HEK293F-based mammalian expression systems, structure determination including X-ray crystallography of protein-ligand complexes, and biophysical characterisation of protein interactions such as biolayer interferometry or isothermal titration calorimetry. Desirable skills include computational modelling of protein and protein-ligand complexes and molecular biology for cloning and mutagenesis of expression constructs. A strong publication record with first-author peer-reviewed papers is required, and an understanding of pathogen-host cell pathways is advantageous. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
How to apply
Apply online via the University of Cambridge/jobs.ac.uk application portal. Upload a covering letter and CV, and include referee details with email addresses and phone numbers. Quote reference SD51362 in your application and correspondence.
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