Jody Mason

SWBio DTP is recruiting for a fully funded 4-year PhD studentship starting in September 2026 at the University of Bath . The project is titled Unlocking Transcription Factors: Building a Mammalian Platform to Discover Peptide Regulators and is focused on mammalian synthetic biology , transcription factors , peptide libraries , intracellular selection , cell engineering , and protein engineering . The work will combine cell engineering , peptide-library screening , and biochemical characterisation . The main supervisor is Professor Jody Mason (University of Bath), with links to Revolver Therapeutics and collaborators at the University of Bristol including Professor Matthew Crump . The programme notes that there are up to two studentships available . Some projects may involve fieldwork or time away from the host institution for collaboration or placement activities. Deadline: Friday 24 July 2026, 23:59 BST. How to apply: Use the application link provided and follow the SWBio DTP instructions. For project enquiries, contact the listed supervisor.

📢 Fully funded PhD opportunity at the University of Bath in the UK, within the SWBio DTP programme and in collaboration with Revolver Therapeutics . The project is titled “Unlocking Transcription Factors: Building a Mammalian Platform to Discover Peptide Regulators” . It focuses on developing a mammalian-cell-based platform to identify peptide molecules that regulate transcription factors, with relevance to gene expression control and diseases such as cancer. Research areas and keywords: biochemistry, molecular biology, biotechnology, chemical biology, mammalian synthetic biology, transcription factors, peptide libraries, protein engineering, intracellular selection, next-generation sequencing. Training and research experience: the successful PhD student will gain advanced training in mammalian cell culture and genetic engineering, molecular cloning, peptide library design and screening, next-generation sequencing, protein/peptide biochemistry, and structural/physical analysis of cells and proteins. Supervision and environment: the project is supervised by Professor Jody Mason and Professor Matthew Crump at the University of Bath, with collaboration from Revolver Therapeutics. The student will work in multidisciplinary laboratories and benefit from both academic and industry-linked research experience. Eligibility: applicants should preferably have, or be close to obtaining, a good degree in biochemistry, molecular biology, biotechnology, chemical biology, or a related subject. Prior experience in mammary cell biology, molecular cloning, protein chemistry, peptide science, or quantitative data analysis is helpful but not essential. Funding: fully funded 4-year PhD studentship with support under the SWBio DTP funding structure. Deadline: 24 July 2026. Apply via: the linked SWBio project page and application portal. For enquiries, contact Professor Jody Mason at [email protected] .

Fully funded PhD opportunity at the University of Bath in the United Kingdom, in collaboration with Revolver Therapeutics and the University of Bristol . The project focuses on the discovery of peptide regulators of transcription factors , with relevance to cancer and other diseases. It combines molecular biology , mammalian cell engineering , peptide science , biochemistry , and computational analysis to build an innovative platform for intracellular peptide discovery. Training includes genome engineering , next-generation sequencing (NGS) , peptide synthesis , structural biology , and biophysical characterization . Eligibility: applicants should hold a degree in biochemistry, molecular biology, biotechnology, chemical biology , or a related discipline. A strong interest in molecular and cellular biosciences is expected. Prior experience in mammalian cell biology, molecular cloning, protein biochemistry, peptide science, or quantitative data analysis is desirable but not essential. Funding: fully funded PhD . Deadline: 24 July 2026 . The SWBiosciences Doctoral Training Partnership page also lists fully funded 4-year PhD studentships starting in September 2026 , with up to two studentships available. Apply via the link in the post and check the programme page for further details, eligibility requirements, selection process, and funding information.

Delighted to be recruiting for a new SWBio DTP PhD studentship at the University of Bath , focused on developing a mammalian platform to discover peptide regulators of transcription factors . The project will combine cell engineering , peptide-library screening , and biochemical characterisation , with links to Revolver Therapeutics and collaborators at the University of Bristol . This is a PhD opening in the broad areas of Biology , Biochemistry , Biomedical Engineering , and Chemistry . The post is suitable for candidates interested in protein/peptide function, transcriptional regulation, and experimental platform development. Application deadline: Friday 24 July 2026. How to apply: Use the application link provided in the post and submit before the deadline. Interested candidates should review the project details carefully and apply promptly.

University of Bath is recruiting a Postdoctoral Research Associate in an interdisciplinary project focused on mammalian cell biology , molecular biology , chemical biology , and peptide screening . The work will develop innovative intracellular peptide screening technologies to investigate and modulate transcription factor function in living mammalian cells. The post is hosted in Professor Jody Mason's research group at the University of Bath and is funded through a new BBSRC Pioneer Award . The successful candidate will work with Jody Mason, Andrew Brennan, and Scott Lovell on a collaborative project that combines cell biology, molecular cloning, cell-based functional assays, transcriptional reporters, gene expression analysis, and protein biochemistry. Strong experience in mammalian cell culture and transfection is especially important. Candidates with experience in transcription factor biology , molecular cloning, transcriptional reporter assays, and gene expression analysis are strongly encouraged to apply. Experience in peptide chemistry is welcome but not essential. The role offers opportunities to develop expertise in intracellular peptide screening, contribute to high-impact publications, and travel for conferences and research visits. Location: University of Bath, UK. Duration: 18 months, full-time. Salary: £39,560–£46,970 (Grade 7). Closing date: 29 November 2026. Interested applicants should review the further details and apply via the provided application link. Informal enquiries are welcomed.