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Research Assistant/Research Associate (Fixed Term)

Posted: 4 Nov 2026
Updated: 4 Nov 2026
Source: jobs.ac.uk (UK universities)

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Last date: 29 Nov 2026; 24 days left
Salary: PKR 33,662 - 46,970 per month
Location: United Kingdom
Job type: Contract

Overview

The University of Cambridge in the United Kingdom is seeking a Research Assistant/Research Associate for a fixed-term position. Applications close on 29 November 2026. The role is based at the Medical Research Council Mitochondrial Biology Unit and focuses on mitochondrial research related to DNA delivery technologies.

About this role

The successful candidate will join the research group of Prof. Edmund Kunji, contributing to a project aimed at developing engineered protein pores for delivering DNA into mitochondria. This work is part of a broader initiative to explore mitochondrial dysfunction in various human diseases, collaborating with experts in membrane transport and synthetic biology.

The role involves designing and screening custom protein pores, integrating molecular datasets, and working closely with collaborators on the ARIA Precision Mitochondria programme. Candidates will play an important part in advancing the understanding of mitochondrial genetics and the potential for genetic material delivery.

About this job

University of Cambridge is looking for candidates for Research Assistant/Research Associate (Fixed Term). It is a contract position.

It pays PKR 33,662 - 46,970 per month.

Job summary

Organization: University of Cambridge
Job type: Contract
Location: United Kingdom
Country: United Kingdom
Salary: PKR 33,662 - 46,970 per month
How to apply: Online
Last date: 29 November 2026

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Eligibility for Research Assistant/Research Associate (Fixed Term) at University of

Place of posting: Cambridge

Requirements

PhD in a relevant biological discipline or close to obtaining one
Experience in mitochondrial, cell, RNA/DNA or molecular biology, biochemistry, or membrane protein biology
Strong background in mammalian cell culture and membrane protein complex assembly
Experience in mitochondrial isolation/fractionation, bioenergetics, sequencing, or flow cytometry is advantageous

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Last date:: 29 Nov 2026

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Last date to apply: 29 November 2026

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University of Cambridge - MRC Mitochondrial Biology Unit

Location:	Cambridge
Salary:	£33,662 to £46,970
Hours:	Full Time
Contract Type:	Fixed-Term/Contract

University of Cambridge - MRC Mitochondrial Biology Unit

Placed On:	4th November 2026
Closes:	29th November 2026
Job Ref:	SM51607

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ادارہ: University of Cambridge
مقام: Cambridge
درخواست کا طریقہ: آن لائن
اشتہار کی تاریخ: 4 نومبر 2026
آخری تاریخ: 29 نومبر 2026

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Who can apply for the Research Assistant/Research Associate position? +

Candidates should hold, or be close to obtaining, a PhD in a relevant biological discipline.

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Visit the official application link at http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/57680 and complete the online application form.

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The posts are advertised as contract.

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Apply through the official link: http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/57680 before 29 November 2026.

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The salary stated is PKR 33,662 - 46,970 per month.

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Published on CareersOz: 4 Nov 2026
Last updated: 4 Nov 2026