FAQs
What is the duration of the available positions?
One position is for up to 14 months, and the other is for up to 20 months, with funding available until August 30, 2026.
Who will I be working with in this position?
You will be working within the group of Professor Paula Booth and collaborating with other lab members and external research groups.
What kind of research will I be involved in?
The research will focus on the folding and biogenesis of integral membrane proteins and investigating co-translational folding using various approaches from biochemistry, biophysics, cell biology, and chemistry.
Is there potential for extending the contract?
Yes, both positions have the potential for extension beyond the initial contract duration.
What qualifications are needed for this position?
A PhD in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Chemistry, or a related field is required.
Is experience with membrane proteins necessary?
While direct experience with membrane proteins is advantageous, it is not explicitly required.
What specific skills or techniques would be beneficial for this role?
Experience with folding kinetics, Infra-Red spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, computational methods, molecular biology, unnatural amino acids, cell-free approaches, or membrane protein biogenesis and insertion would be beneficial.
Where will the research take place?
The research will be conducted in labs at King’s College London and the Frances Crick Institute.
Can I participate in interdisciplinary research initiatives?
Yes, you will have the opportunity to participate in new research initiatives as part of King’s new interdisciplinary research centre for the Physical Science of Life.
Will I have the opportunity to direct my own work?
Yes, the post-holder will have the ability to direct their work and collaborate with others in the lab.