Research Fellow

Job title:

Research Fellow

Company:

University College London

Job description

About usThe Faculty of Life Sciences (FLS) combines the strengths of UCL’s basic biological and preclinical sciences and is associated with 11 Nobel Laureates. Our work focuses on trying to answer some of the most enduring questions about life on earth, and also to solve the urgent problems faced by all living things. Our research spans an incredible breadth of scientific areas, from studies of the behaviour of single molecules, to developing cells, neuronal circuits, and up to entire ecosystems full of living things. We are supported by platform technologies and facilities ranging from advanced electron microscopy to a research centre on a National Trust nature reserve.Our students are closely integrated into our community through research-embedded teaching, including our highly rated, and world-leading undergraduate programmes, a UK-leading MPharm degree, as well as a wide range of exciting Master’s programmes.The Division of Biosciences at UCL is one of the world’s foremost centres for research and teaching in the biological sciences. We have an outstanding international reputation and a community of over 500 staff and more than 300 PhD students engaged in cutting edge research and collaboration.Further information can be found on our website https://www.ucl.ac.uk/biosciencesThe role provides dedicated executive support, undertaking a wide range of administration support and organisational activities within the Institute of Structural and Molecular Biology. The post holder will work closely with the Head of Research Department, academic and research staff and Divisional professional services teams, as well as other colleagues across the Faculty and beyond.This is an exciting opportunity to join the Department, Structural and Molecular Biology (SMB)About the roleThe post-holder will be responsible for developing and maintaining computational biology and bioinformatics tools for analysing antibody sequences and structures. This includes maintenance of existing in-house data pipelines and databases of antibody structures, developing new modelling pipelines, and developing machine learning/artificial intelligence workflows that applies large antibody repertoires to learn fundamental properties of antibodies.This post is part of a Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) funded programme for developing an all-encompassing computational toolkit for B cell immunology.The post-holder will benefit from personalised career development support with access to senior faculty and peer mentorship. They will receive protected time for bespoke training and professional development, documented, actioned, monitored and iteratively revised through induction and annual appraisal meetings. Depending on prior experience, we will provide access to core training (provided by established UCL modules) in research ethics and governance, data security/governance, research statistics, writing and presentation skills.There will be provision for training in coding skills for complex data analysis and to facilitate open-science by publishing source data and analysis pipelines. Introductory and advanced training incorporating database management, statistical analyses, data visualisation and modelling/machine learning are available at UCL.Where required, we will allocate time and funding for external taught courses, including personal development activities, such as EDI and public engagement projects, personal coaching or leadership training, and research management training as appropriate. In addition, the post-holder will be encouraged and enabled to attend and present their work at relevant research conferences, including at least one international meeting per year, participate in associated satellite meetings/sessions aimed at early career researchers, and to develop a professional peer-network independent of the project.The appointment will be for 6 months in the first instance, with the possibility of extension. Informal enquiries regarding the vacancy can be made by email to Prof. Franca Fraternali (f.fraternali@ucl.ac.uk).o The post is grade 7, the annual salary ranges from £44,480-51,860 (including London Allowance).
o The appointment is available asap and is funded until 31st December 2025.
o An acceptable DBS check is required to carry out this role.
o This role is eligible for hybrid working with a minimum of 50% on site.
o This appointment is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Research and Professional Services Staff. Please visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/human-resources/conditions-service-research-teaching-and-professional-services-staff for more information.
o This appointment is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Academic Staff. Please visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/human-resources/policies/2021/jun/conditions-service-academic-staff for more information.
o If the role doesn’t meet UKVI eligibility include the following statement: ‘This role does not meet the eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa certificate of sponsorship under UK Visas and Immigration legislation. Therefore, UCL will not be able to sponsor individuals who require right to work in the UK to carry out this role.’About youThe position will suit a highly motivated postdoctoral scientist interested in computational biology and bioinformatics, at the interface of structural molecular biology and immunology.Applicants should have (or about to be awarded) a PhD in a relevant subject, and experience of laboratory research in computational biology, with an enthusiasm for discovery science. They should be familiar with antibody informatics, specifically antibody structures, sequences and the application of artificial intelligence/machine learning methods to study antibodies. They should demonstrate sound knowledge in the scientific method, including the application of statistical approaches to data interpretation. They should be able to undertake rigorous critical appraisal of primary scientific data. Good oral and written communication skills are essential, and they must be able to show a commitment to effective multi-disciplinary teamwork.What we offerThe UCL Ways of Working supports colleagues to be successful and happy at UCL through sharing expectations around how we work – please to find out more.As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:

• 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
• Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme
• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• Immigration loan
• Relocation scheme for certain posts
• On-Site nursery
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
• Discounted medical insurance

Visit to find out more.Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and InclusionAs London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world’s talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL’s workforce.These include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people; and for our Grade 9 and 10 roles, women.Our division holds an Athena SWAN Bronze award, in recognition of our commitment to advancing gender equality.You can read more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here:Available documents

Expected salary

£44480 – 51860 per year

Location

North West London

Job date

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 23:16:33 GMT

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