Salary: Grade 8
£41,526 - £49,553 per annum. Potential to progress to £55,750 per annum through sustained exceptional contribution.
Summary:
Are you interested in working for a world top 100 University? Applications are encouraged for a Lecturer in Electron Microscopy (EM) in the Department of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology at the University of Sheffield. The department was ranked 1st in biomedical sciences and =5th in biological sciences in the U.K. in the last national census (REF2014).
This is an outstanding opportunity for an electron microscopist to join and make a critical contribution to research at The University of Sheffield. We are seeking individuals who can lead high quality independent, and collaborative, research programmes and also shape the wider research area in Sheffield. We are seeking extremely high quality individuals, with an established research programme and relevant expertise in biological cryo-electron microscopy. We are looking for an established track record of achievement in molecular and/or cellular CryoEM to complement current CryoEM activities in Sheffield. Experience in high resolution single particle CryoEM structure determination and/or cryo-electron tomography of biomolecular or cellular systems is essential. A willingness to engage with management of our CryoEM and computing facilities would be an advantage.
You will need a PhD in a relevant discipline (or equivalent experience) and a track record of high-quality publications in peer-reviewed journals. Expertise and track record in advanced electron cryomicroscopy of cellular and/or biomolecular samples at the nanoscale is essential along with effective communication skills.
We’re one of the best not-for-profit organisations to work for in the UK. The University’s Total Reward Package includes a competitive salary, a generous Pension Scheme and annual leave entitlement, as well as access to a range of learning and development courses to support your personal and professional development.
We build teams of people from different heritages and lifestyles from across the world, whose talent and contributions complement each other to the greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching and student experience.
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