Research Fellow (Postdoctoral) - School of Biosciences - 107374 - Grade 7

Position Details

School of Biosciences

Location: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham UK

Full time starting salary is normally in the range £36,636 to £46,049 with potential

progression once in post to £48,822

Grade: 7

Full Time, Fixed Term contract up to September 2028

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Closing date: 19 May 2026

There are 4 positions available

Background

Applications are welcomed from candidates in Europe and other overseas countries.

Financial support for visa application fees is available, subject to eligibility and

organisational policy.

There are Post-doc (Research Fellow) positions available in the field of integrative structural

biology, based in the group of Prof. Teresa Carlomagno at the University of Birmingham.

The research group studies the functional mechanisms of proteins, including intrinsically

disordered proteins, nucleic acids and their complexes by integrative structural biology. The

laboratory uses and develops high-field NMR spectroscopy methods as major structural

biology tool, in combination with several other techniques. The Research Fellow will work in

one of the following fields: RNA metabolism, regulation of gene expression, DNA repair,

signalling. The post holder will use NMR spectroscopy, X-ray crystallography and/or

Electron Microscopy, as well as Mass Spectrometry and Small Angle Scattering, to study the

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structure of protein–protein or protein–nucleic acids complexes and discover the

mechanisms of their function and regulation. There are opportunities to develop new

approaches to integrative structural biology with the combination of the techniques

mentioned above. In addition, the Research Fellow will use molecular biology, biophysical

and biochemical techniques to characterize biomolecular complexes and their activity in

vitro and cellular biology approaches to verify the functional mechanisms in vivo.

Role Summary

Operate within area of specialism

Analyse and interpret research findings and results

Work within specified research grants and projects and contribute to writing bids

Contribute to public understanding of the discipline or similar.

Main Duties

The responsibilities may include some but not all of the responsibilities outlined below.

Develop research objectives and proposals for own or joint research, in the area of

interest of the hosting laboratory (Prof T Carlomagno)

Acquire, analyse and interpret data - structural biology, biochemical and biophysical data

Apply knowledge in a way which develops new intellectual understanding

Disseminate research findings for publication, research seminars etc

Present research outputs, including drafting academic publications or parts thereof, for

example at seminars and as posters

Supervise students on research related work and provide guidance to PhD students

where appropriate to the discipline

Contribute to writing bids for research funding

Contribute to developing new models, techniques and methods

Undertake management/administration arising from research

Contribute to Departmental/Institute research-related activities and research-related

administration

Contribute to enterprise, business development and/or public engagement activities of

manifest benefit to the College and the University, often under supervision of a project

leader

Collect research data; this may be through a variety of research methods, such as

scientific experimentation and literature reviews

Deal with problems that may affect the achievement of research objectives and deadlines

Promotes equality and values diversity acting as a role model and fostering an inclusive

working culture.

Person Specification

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PhD (or near to completion) in Biophysics/ Biochemistry/ Chemical Biology/ Structural

Biology or related areas or equivalent qualifications

Proficiency in either biomolecular NMR spectroscopy or single-particle electron

microscopy, both in data acquisition and analysis

Practical experience in a biochemical laboratory and/or handling nucleic acids

High level analytical capability

Ability to communicate complex information clearly

Fluency in relevant models, techniques or methods and ability to contribute to developing

new ones

Ability to assess resource requirements and use resources effectively

Understanding of and ability to contribute to broader management/administration

processes

Contribute to the planning and organising of the research programme and/or specific

research project

Co-ordinate own work with others to avoid conflict or duplication of effort

Knowledge of the protected characteristics of the Equality Act 2010, and how to actively

ensure in day to day activity in own area that those with protected characteristics are

treated equally and fairly

Willingness to work in a competitive, international environment

Informal enquiries to Teresa Carlomagno, email: [email protected]

Use of AI in applications: We want to understand your genuine interest in the role and for

the written elements of your application to accurately reflect your own communication style.

Applications that rely too heavily on AI tools can appear generic and lack the detail we need

to assess your skills and experience. Such applications will unlikely be progressed to

interview.

We believe there is no such thing as a 'typical' member of University of Birmingham

staff and that diversity in its many forms is a strength that underpins the exchange of

ideas, innovation and debate at the heart of University life. We are committed to

proactively addressing the barriers experienced by some groups in our community

and are proud to hold Athena SWAN, Race Equality Charter and Disability Confident

accreditations. We have an Equality Diversity and Inclusion Centre that focuses on

continuously improving the University as a fair and inclusive place to work where

everyone has the opportunity to succeed. We are also committed to sustainability,

which is a key part of our strategy. You can find out more about our work to create a

fairer university for everyone on our website