Postdoctoral Fellow – X-ray Crystallography: Join the Centre for Cancer Drug Discovery (CCDD) at the Institute of Cancer Research as a Postdoctoral Training Fellow in X-ray Crystallography. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to contribute to drug discovery efforts aimed at providing novel therapeutics for cancer treatment.
Postdoctoral Training Fellow – X-ray Crystallography
Designation
Postdoctoral Training Fellow
Table
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Cancer Therapeutics |
| Location | Sutton / Occasionally Chelsea |
| Contract Length | Fixed Term for 18 months initially |
| Hours per week | 35 hours per week (Full Time) |
| Salary | Dependent on relevant Postdoctoral experience |
| Closing Date for Applications | February 8, 2026 |
Eligibility/Qualification
- PhD (or equivalent) in a biological or physical science.
- Demonstrable experience in X-ray crystallography and protein biochemistry.
- Experience in cryo-EM specimen preparation and data processing is an advantage.
- Skills in molecular biology, protein expression, and purification are desirable.
- Candidates nearing completion of their PhD may apply, but confirmation of award is required within six months of employment.
Job Description
The successful candidate will be involved in the structure determination of protein-ligand complexes, primarily utilizing X-ray crystallography, and potentially cryo-electron microscopy (cryoEM). Responsibilities include:
- Protein production and purification.
- Protein crystallization and structure determination.
- Collaborating with a multidisciplinary project team.
- Accessing advanced facilities for protein production, purification, and characterization.
As part of the hit discovery and structural design team, you will engage in high-throughput screening and fragment-based hit discovery, combined with advanced structural biology techniques.
How to Apply
Interested applicants are encouraged to apply via the e-recruitment system on the ICR website: www.icr.ac.uk/careers. For informal discussions regarding the role, please contact Dr. Rob van Montfort at rob.vanmontfort@icr.ac.uk or Dr. Yann Vai Le Bihan at yann-vai.lebihan@icr.ac.uk. Please do not send applications directly to them.
Last Date for Apply
February 8, 2026
