Postdoctoral Research Associate

Overview

The School of Physical and Chemical Sciences at Queen Mary University of London offers a full-time, fixed-term Postdoctoral Research Associate position. Based at the Mile End campus, the researcher joins Dr Wojciech Kopec's group to work on the BBSRC Pioneer Award project titled Dark Channelome. The role involves combining AI-based structural modelling with molecular simulation to discover and functionally classify candidate human ion channels.

Who can apply

Candidates must hold a relevant PhD or have one required by the start date. Applicants near completion of their PhD are considered for appointment in a junior research training zone before transitioning upon completion.

Requirements

Applicants need experience in biomolecular molecular dynamics, protein structural modelling, scientific programming, Linux-based high-performance computing, and membrane-protein biophysics. Individuals must be capable of diagnosing computational problems, critically assessing evidence, and explaining their contributions to previous research. Experience with AlphaFold-based prediction or ion-channel simulation is advantageous.

What you get

The salary ranges from 39,187 to 52,790 British Pounds per annum. Candidates close to PhD completion are initially appointed at Grade 4, earning 39,187 to 39,802 British Pounds, with increases following completion. Benefits include a pension scheme, 30 days of annual leave pro-rata, a season ticket loan scheme, and personal and professional development opportunities. The role also provides access to local graphics processing unit and high-performance computing facilities.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is 2026-11-08.