Postdoctoral Research Associate – Biomolecular Condensates and Cancer Biology
The newly established Sridharan Lab is seeking a talented and motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to investigate how biomolecular condensates regulate protein function and contribute to cancer development and therapeutic response. Funded by a Medical Research Council (MRC) Career Development Award, this position aims to uncover how changes in the biomolecular condensation of RNA-binding proteins drive tumour growth by integrating quantitative proteomics, cell biology, and functional genomics approaches.
The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying dysregulated condensate proteins using quantitative proteomics and investigating their biological significance through functional screening (shRNA and CRISPR), supported by detailed biochemical and cell biology analyses.
Based within the Brain Tumour Research Centre of Excellence at the Blizard Institute—one of six Institutes within the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry at QMUL—the postholder will have access to state-of-the-art proteomics, genomics, and stem cell technologies. This post offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to an emerging area of biomedical research with strong translational potential in a collaborative, discovery-driven, and interdisciplinary research environment.
Additional Information:
Job Reference: 10684
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Fixed-Term / Contract
Benefits: Competitive salary, access to a generous pension scheme, 30 days’ annual leave (pro-rata for part-time/fixed-term), season ticket loan scheme, comprehensive personal and professional development opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and family-friendly employment policies.
Equal Opportunities: Reasonable adjustments will be made at each stage of the recruitment process for candidates with a disability.
A PhD (or close to obtaining a PhD) in Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Cancer Biology, Proteomics, or a closely related discipline.
Strong expertise and background in biochemistry, proteomics, cell biology, or related scientific disciplines.
Practical experience or strong background in quantitative proteomics, functional screening techniques (shRNA and CRISPR), and cell biology methodologies.
Passion for discovery-driven research focusing on biomolecular condensation and cancer biology.
Proven ability to work effectively, creatively, and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary environment.
£38,419 to £46,618 per annum
6th September 2026