We are thrilled to invite applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position in the Carella Group at the internationally acclaimed John Innes Centre in Norwich, UK. Join us in pioneering new directions in Synthetic Inter-Kingdom Immunity and help shape the future of plant and microbial science.

🔍 About the Role:
This exciting project, led by Dr. Phil Carella, aims to unlock the evolutionary diversity of immune modules to engineer enhanced immunity in plants—primarily using Nicotiana benthamiana as a synthetic platform. You will engage with both evolutionary and molecular biology, using comparative and synthetic biology approaches, and perform infection assays with diverse plant pathogens.

🧬 Your research will contribute to a growing field that bridges evolutionary molecular plant-microbe interactions (Evo-MPMI) and synthetic biology, offering an exceptional platform for career development.

📌 Position Details:

• Role: Postdoctoral Researcher

• Salary: £36,720 – £39,750 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience)

• Contract: Full-time, until 31 July 2027

• Location: John Innes Centre, Norwich, UK

• Closing Date: 13 July 2025

• Reference: 1004916

🎯 Who We’re Looking For:
We welcome candidates with:

• A PhD in Molecular Biology or related discipline

• Strong understanding of organismal immunity and evolution

• Proven lab experience in molecular biology, microbiology, or related fields

• Enthusiasm for interdisciplinary, curiosity-driven science

🌍 Why Join the John Innes Centre?
The John Innes Centre is an independent international research institute and charity (No. 223852), funded by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC). We are guided by our vision: Healthy Plants, Healthy People, Healthy Planet.

Here, you’ll be part of a world-class research community that promotes inclusivity, equity, and personal development.

• Visa sponsorship and Immigration Health Surcharge costs are covered for successful candidates requiring a visa

• Athena SWAN Gold awardee and Disability Confident employer

• Member of Stonewall’s Diversity Champions programme

📄 How to Apply:
For full application details and to apply online, visit:
http://jobs.jic.ac.uk
Contact: Email ID.
Phone: 01603 450814
Quote Reference: 1004916

We encourage all qualified applicants from around the world to apply and contribute to our inclusive and innovative research environment.

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