Salary
£32,080 to £47,389 per annum, depending on skills and experience (minimum £35608 with relevant PhD).
Area
Science
Location
Sutton Bonington
Closing Date
Thursday 13 August 2026
Reference
SCI1860326
Research Associate/Fellow in Root-Soil Interactions and Molecular Biology
School of Biosciences, University of Nottingham
Project
UKRI 'GROUNDBREAKING'
Applications are invited for a Research Associate/Fellow to join the UKRI-funded project GROUNDBREAKING, which aims to uncover how plant roots sense different soils. This project will identify the mechanism of how plant roots sense and respond to different soil environments.
We are especially interested in candidates eager to explore the interface between soil textures, ethylene signalling and root adaptive responses.
This position is ideally suited to a highly motivated and independent researcher with a strong interest in soil physics, root-soil interactions, and molecular cell biology.
Applicants must hold a PhD in molecular biology, plant biology, or a related discipline.
Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable:
- Root biology, cell or developmental biology
- Root soil imaging (CT imaging)
- Cellular and confocal imaging (in soil)
- Hormone signalling pathways
- Experience working with rice or Arabidopsis is advantageous
- A track record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals
Further Details
- Hours: Full time (36.25 hours per week)
- Start date: 10/09/2026
- Contract: Fixed term for 11 months
- Location: Sutton Bonington Campus, University of Nottingham
For More Information About Our Research Group, Please Visit
https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/biosciences/people/bipin.pandey
Informal enquiries may be directed to Dr Bipin Pandey (bipin.pandey@nottingham.ac.uk).
Please note: applications submitted to this email address will not be accepted.
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