Research Fellow in Phage Display and Molecular Biology

This job is only available to University of Leeds staff. It may be released externally should we not appoint internally. Research Fellow in Phage Display and Molecular Biology Are you an ambitious researcher looking for your next challenge? Do you have an established background in molecular biology? Do you want to further your career in one of the UKs leading research intensive Universities?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a newly funded Innovate and Accelerate (IAA) project developing next-generation protein reagents for intracellular delivery in fungal pathogens. Working at the interface of protein engineering, molecular biology and biotechnology, the successful candidate will help develop and optimise Adhiron-based binders capable of actively entering fungal cells, with the long-term aim of delivering biologically active cargo for applications in crop protection. The project is delivered in partnership with Syngenta, providing opportunities to work closely with industrial scientists and gain experience of translational research within a commercial setting. The role will involve phage display, protein engineering, molecular cloning, protein production and characterisation, fluorescence microscopy and cell-based assays to identify and validate novel intracellular delivery reagents. We are looking for a highly motivated researcher with a strong background in molecular or cellular biology, protein science or a related discipline, who enjoys solving challenging biological problems and is keen to contribute to the translation of cutting-edge research towards real-world applications. The University of Leeds and the Faculty of Biological Sciences are committed to providing equal opportunities for all and offer a range of family friendly policies. The University is a charter member of Athena SWAN (the national body that promotes gender equality in higher education), and the Faculty of Biological Sciences successfully renewed its Athena Swan Silver Award in 2025. We are proud to be an inclusive Faculty that values all staff, and are happy to consider job share applications and requests for flexible working arrangements from our employees. Our Athena SWAN webpage provides more information.

• 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) - That's 42 days a year!
• Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance.
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.
And much more!