PhD in Protein Engineering & AI-Driven Enzyme Evolution

Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the UK is offering a PhD position focused on the protein engineering of enzymes through in vitro evolution and machine learning. This exciting role involves cutting-edge research and collaboration in bioinformatics and biochemistry. Ideal candidates will hold a degree in a relevant field and possess skills in various molecular biology techniques. Interested applicants should submit their CV and research interests by the closing date.

Qualifications

• Applicants should hold a degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or a related subject.
• Familiarity with molecular and chemical biology techniques is essential.
• Experience in assay development, enzyme kinetics, and structural biology is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in vitro directed evolution of enzymes for synthetic chemistry.
• Develop ultrahigh throughput processes for oligonucleotide constructs.
• Collaborate with network partners across Europe for skills training.

Skills

Molecular and chemical biology techniques

Assay development

Enzyme kinetics

DNA library generation

Structural biology

Organic synthesis

High-throughput screening

Mechanistic enzymology

Bioinformatics

Microfluidic engineering

Education

First or upper second class degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or a related subject

Job description

A leading university in the UK is offering a PhD position focused on the protein engineering of enzymes through in vitro evolution and machine learning. This exciting role involves cutting-edge research and collaboration in bioinformatics and biochemistry. Ideal candidates will hold a degree in a relevant field and possess skills in various molecular biology techniques. Interested applicants should submit their CV and research interests by the closing date.