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    Research Scientist - United Kingdom - Quadram Institute

    Quadram Institute
    Quadram Institute United Kingdom

    1 week ago

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    Hours per week 37 Project Title Evaluating digestion and bioavailability characteristics of wheat lines developed in the Delivering Sustainable Wheat ISP.

    To carry out experimental research and associated activities (including preparing reports, manuscripts and slide sets for oral presentations) necessary to achieve QIB's objectives in the Delivering Sustainable Wheat ISPG.The postholder will also be expected to liaise with research groups withing the DSW ISP to ascertain which materials are to be analysed and to ensure that QIB knows when they will be delivered and that they are suitable samples for the experimental work to be undertaken at QIB.

    Paul Kroon - Line Manager and academic lead
    Postdocs in the Paul Kroon, Fred Warren and Cathrina Edwards groups.
    Multiple researchers from multiple academic organisations involved in the multi-partner DSW ISP.

    Percentage To undertake experimental research as required to complete QIB's objectives in the Delivering Sustainable Wheat ISP 65 To prepare written technical reports detailing progress with experimental work as required, and to prepare data for publication in peer-reviewed journals.

    15 To assist with the training of staff and students in use of simulated human digestion models and in mammalian cell culture and their use in studies of micronutrient/phytochemical bioavailability 10 To keep an accurate and up to date lab notebook 5 To attend all mandatory training and complete other training required to undertake the job and to enhance the postholders skills in relevant techniques/skills 5 As agreed with line manager, any other duties commensurate with the nature of the role
    Requirement Importance PhD in relevant subject (Nutritional Biochemistry or similar) or equivalent experience Essential BSC in relevant subject Essential
    Requirement Importance Knowledge of mammalian cell culture and use of cultured cells in experimental research Essential Knowledge of human digestion processes especially for starch and fibres Desirable Knowledge of simulated/in vitro human digestion models Desirable
    Requirement Importance Experience of training others in the lab Essential
    Requirement Importance Excellent oral communication skills across a range of peer levels Essential Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well as part of a team Essential Excellent writing skills Essential
    Requirement Importance Attention to detail Essential Willingness to embrace the expected values and behaviours of all staff at the Institute, ensuring it is a great place to work Essential Able to present a positive image of self and the Institute, promoting both the international reputation and public engagement aims of the Institute Essential Willingness to work outside standard working hours when required Essential Promotes equality and values diversity Essential

    The Quadram Institute is at the forefront of a new interface between food science, gut biology and health, developing solutions to worldwide challenges in food-related disease and human health.

    We are engaged in fundamental and translational food and health research, alongside clinical studies, endoscopy and industry, working together to become a leading international hub for food and health research, combining scientific excellence and clinical expertise, delivering impacts on patient care and accelerating innovation.

    The Quadram Institute is a diverse and multicultural scientific community.

    Any candidate who would like further information on current or anticipated immigration requirements can contact the HR Team on or nbi.

    The postholder will be line managed by Dr Paul Kroon who leads the Polyphenols and Health Group and who also has an interest in micronutrient biofortification of plant foods.

    Postdoctoral Research Scientist

    Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Scientist to join the Laboratory of Dr Paul Kroon in the Food, Microbiome and Health programme at Quadram Institute Bioscience (QIB), based in Norwich, UK.

    The Postdoctoral Researcherwill work on the BBSRC-funded Delivering Sustainable Wheat Institute Strategic Programme (ISP) and will be the person largely responsible for carrying out the research objectives assigned to the Quadram Institute Bioscience in this large, multi-organisation collaborative research programme.

    You will collaborate with the QIB research groups of Professor Fred Warren and Dr Cathrina Edwards.

    You will develop skills in use of mammalian cultured cell models to investigate the absorption of micronutrients (particularly iron) from wheat/flour and also in the use of state-of-the-art simulated human digestion models such as INFOGEST protocols to study the digestion of macronutrient and release of micronutrients from flours of unique wheat lines developed by crop researchers at partner institutes including the John Innes Centre and Rothamsted Research.

    The postholder will be required to carry out experimental research and associated activities (including preparing reports, manuscripts and oral presentations) necessary to achieve QIB's objectives in the Delivering Sustainable Wheat ISP.

    The postholder will also be expected to liaise with research groups withing the Delivering Sustainable Wheat ISP to ascertain which materials are to be analysed and to ensure that QIB knows when they will be delivered and that they are suitable samples for the experimental work to be undertaken at QIB.

    Candidates should have a PhD (or equivalent experience) in Nutritional Biochemistry or a related discipline and have knowledge of and previous experience in the use of mammalian cell culture models.

    Salary on appointment will be within the range £35,300 to £43,750 per annum depending on qualifications and experience. This is a full-time post for a contract of 24 months, with a possibility for further extension.
    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.

    To support our commitment, we have a range of family, faith and diversity friendly working arrangements to help all staff achieve excellence in their area of work.

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

    The Quadram Institute is a new interdisciplinary research institute dedicated to understanding how food and microbes interact to promote health and prevent disease.

    Its mission is to deliver healthier lives through innovation in gut health, microbiology and food.

    A partnership between Quadram Institute Bioscience, the University of East Anglia, the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and BBSRC, it brings together scientists and clinicians in a state-of-the-art building on the Norwich Research Park.

    This is one of Europe's largest centres of life sciences and home of the John Innes Centre and The Earlham Institute.

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