Job Description

Applications Close: 12 October 2025


Salary: 37,500 to 40,600 per annum depending on qualifications and experience


Contract Length: Full-time post for a contract of 5 years.

Research Scientist

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

Background

The Beraza Lab at the Quadram Institute studies how foods influence the liver-gut-microbiome axis throughout the lifespan. Our multidisciplinary research combines bioinformatics, molecular biology, and advanced imaging to uncover the mechanisms underlying diet-driven effects on gut and liver health. The lab's work is regularly published in high-impact journals and presented at international conferences, providing excellent opportunities for scientific visibility and career development.

The role

We are seeking a Research Scientist to join our collaborative and dynamic team. The successful candidate will work closely with the QIB Bioinformatics team, the Earlham Institute, and other collaborators, gaining access to state-of-the-art facilities, including advanced super-resolution microscopy at the QIB Bioimaging Facility.



This role offers the opportunity to:

o Conduct cutting-edge research at the interface of nutrition, microbiome science, and liver biology.

o Build expertise in bioinformatics, in vivo and in vitro experimental design, and advanced imaging techniques.

o Present and publish research findings, strengthening communication and presentation skills.

o Supervise students, developing leadership and project management abilities.

o Expand professional networks through interdisciplinary collaboration at national and international levels.

The ideal candidate

We are looking for a highly motivated scientist with a PhD in bioinformatics, molecular biology, immunology, or a related discipline, and experience in one or more of the following areas:

o Bioinformatics analysis of large datasets, including single-cell RNA sequencing, bulk RNA sequencing,

o Microbiome-related bioinformatics analysis of 16S rRNA, shotgun, or whole-genome sequencing datasets.

o Designing, performing, and analysing in vivo experiments.

o Flow cytometry; design, run and analysis

o Histopathology, and advanced microscopy (brightfield, fluorescence, confocal).

o Molecular biology techniques, such as qPCR, western blotting, and ELISA.

o Data analysis, manuscript preparation and writing

o Grant writing.

o Training and supervision of students or junior researcher



The ideal candidate will have:

o Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly.

o Strong organisation and problem-solving abilities.

o The capacity to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

o A proactive approach to developing new skills and advancing interdisciplinary research.

Additional information

Salary on appointment will be within the range 37,500 to 40,600 per annum depending on qualifications and experience. This is a full-time post for a contract of 5 years.



For further information and details of how to apply, please visit our website https://jobs.quadram.ac.uk or contact the Human Resources team on 01603 450814 or nbi.recruitment@nbi.ac.uk quoting reference 1004963. 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.



We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from all sectors of society. The Institute values of Respect, Innovation, Collaboration and Excellence are at the heart of all we do, and we expect all employees to share and display these values. 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 closing date for applications will be 12 October 2025

The Quadram Institute Bioscience is a registered charity (No. 1058499) and is an Equal Opportunities Employer.