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Postdoctoral Research Associate in Synthetic Cell Engineering, Nanotechnology and Materials University of Cambridge in United Kingdom
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Molecular Biology
Funding
Fixed-term postdoctoral research position for 18 months, with possible extension subject to performance and funding availability. Salary: £38,448–£46,970.
Deadline
Nov 22, 2026
Country
United Kingdom
University
University of Cambridge
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About this position
The University of Cambridge is recruiting a postdoctoral researcher for a new interdisciplinary project at the interface of synthetic cell engineering, nanotechnology and materials science.
The project aims to construct Assembler Synthetic Cells: microrobots designed to synthesise materials from the ground up. These synthetic cells will imitate biological capabilities to organise matter hierarchically across multiple length scales, from molecules to microstructure and macrostructure.
The postdoctoral researcher will join a newly assembled team working toward defined project milestones in a fast-moving, mission-driven research environment. The research will focus particularly on nucleic acid nanotechnology and (bio)mineralisation pathways, including the development of (bio)mineralised nucleic acid constructs and materials.
The work also engages with molecular biology, protein engineering and lipid membrane engineering, connecting biomolecular design with materials synthesis and microrobotics. The position is based in the Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, providing an interdisciplinary setting spanning chemical engineering, biotechnology, nanotechnology and materials research.
Funding details
Fixed-term postdoctoral research position for 18 months, with possible extension subject to performance and funding availability. Salary: £38,448–£46,970.
What's required
Candidates should have expertise in nucleic acid nanotechnology and (bio)mineralisation pathways, with experience in (bio)mineralised nucleic acid constructs and materials considered suitable. Expertise in, or a good understanding of and willingness to engage with, molecular biology and protein and lipid membrane engineering is essential. Excellent independence, work ethic, project management and reporting skills are expected, as well as the ability to work in a team and willingness to engage in fast-moving, mission-driven research. Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
How to apply
Apply online through the University of Cambridge recruitment system using the Apply button. Register an account if needed and quote reference NQ51547 in the application and correspondence.
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