Life in the lab
We are located in the Department of Plant Sciences, University of Cambridge. We are a multidisciplinary lab and apply synthetic biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, and bioinformatics to advance both fundamental and applied plant science. We don’t expect everyone who joins the lab to be skilled across all areas. We offer a supportive environment for researchers with opportunities to develop new scientific skills and techniques and refine their transferrable skills. PhD students will gain experience in designing and carrying out scientific experiments and will be trained in critical thinking and how to present and discuss their research. Postdocs will be encouraged to develop their career goals and will be mentored to develop their leadership skills. You can learn more about our lab culture and how we aim to train and support lab members in our lab charter.
Funded positions (technician, post-graduate, postdoctoral, etc.) are advertised, and applications must be submitted via the official links provided in the advert. However, if you are interested in joining the lab, please email Nicola a brief (1 page max) statement outlining your research interests, and why you are interested in a project in our lab plus a short (2-page max) CV. If you are eligible to apply for your own funding (e.g. EMBO, Marie Curie, L’Oréal-UNESCO, BBSRC/EPSRC Postdoctoral Fellowship), please get in touch with Nicola well in advance of any deadline to discuss whether we can support your application.
