Research Scientist

Quadram Institute Bioscience; Norwich; On-site; GBP 37,000 - GBP 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution in Norwich is seeking an enthusiastic Research Scientist to join the Webber group. The successful candidate will utilize high throughput transposon mutagenesis to investigate how bacteria control drug entry to cells. Candidates must have a PhD in microbiology/genomics and experience with bacterial pathogens, including creating transposon mutant libraries and familiarity with RNAseq. This is a full-time post for a contract of 48 months with a salary range of £37,500 to £45,350 per annum, based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• PhD in microbiology/genomics and experience working with bacterial pathogens.
• Experience creating transposon mutant libraries and analysing resulting data is essential.
• Familiarity with RNAseq is required.
• Comfort with contemporary molecular genetics and microbiology.

Responsibilities

• Create and use transposon mutant libraries in Salmonella.
• Use RNAseq and various informatic approaches.

Skills

Experience creating transposon mutant libraries

Familiarity with RNAseq

Experience handling Salmonella

Contemporary molecular genetics and microbiology knowledge

Effective communication

Ability to work independently and in teams

Education

PhD in microbiology/genomics

Job description

Overview

Salary: £37,500 to £45,350 per annum depending on qualifications and experience. We are seeking an enthusiastic Research Scientist to join the Webber group at the Quadram Institute, based in Norwich, UK.

Background: This post represents an opportunity to join an exciting multipartner consortium in a newly funded sLoLa project led by the University of Birmingham. The successful candidate will use high throughput transposon mutagenesis to help understand how bacteria control drug entry to the cell in different conditions. The candidate will join the Webber group within the Quadram Institute and have opportunities to develop their skillset within a vibrant and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• The postholder will create and use transposon mutant libraries in Salmonella and use RNAseq and various informatic approaches as part of a collaborative project.

Qualifications

• PhD in microbiology/genomics and experience working with bacterial pathogens.
• Experience creating transposon mutant libraries and analysing resulting data is essential; familiarity with RNAseq is required.
• Experience handling Salmonella and in informatics is highly desirable.
• Comfort with contemporary molecular genetics and microbiology; ability to communicate effectively and work independently and in teams.
• Previous experience working in multi-stakeholder projects is valuable.

Contract and salary details

Salary on appointment will be within the range £37,500 to £45,350 per annum depending on qualifications and experience. This is a full-time post for a contract of 48 months.

Applications and contact

Further information and details of how to apply can be found here or contact the Human Resources team on 01603 450814 or [e-mail] quoting reference 1006043.

This role meets the criteria for a visa application, and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Please contact the Human Resources Team if you have any questions regarding your application or visa options.

Interviews and eligibility

Interviews will be held in the first week of March 2026.

This role is open to all qualified candidates and we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. The Institute values Respect, Innovation, Collaboration and Excellence and we expect all employees to share these values. We offer family, faith and diversity friendly working arrangements to support staff.

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to offer an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for this vacancy.

The closing date for applications will be 19 February 2026.

The Quadram Institute Bioscience is a registered charity (No. 1058499) and is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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