About NEB
New England Biolabsis a different kind ofbiotechnology company we areacommunity of scientists innovators and collaborators driven by a shared mission to advance scienceforthe benefit ofsociety. Founded in 1974 with a deep commitment to research excellence and environmental stewardship NEB has become a global leader in the discovery and production of enzymes for molecular biology applications. Our reagents are trusted by researchers worldwide for their quality and reliability and have played a critical role in breakthroughs across genomics proteomics diagnostics and academic research. With acorporateculture rooted in passion humility and authenticity we offer a dynamic and inclusive workplace where creativity thrives voices are heard and personal growth is celebrated. Whether you are interested in pursuing a research career or supporting our missionthrough other rolesjoining NEB means contributing to meaningful scientific progress in a collaborative campus-like environment that values both innovation and integrity.
The Role
We are seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow interested in applying skills in biochemistry molecular biology microbiology next-generation sequencing and structural biology to the study of phage defense systems. The successful candidate will join the lab of Prof Tim Blower and collaborate with both NEB and external scientists to explore methylation-based defenses such as Bacteriophage Exclusion (BREX). The research will be undertaken in a highly academic environment where training is emphasized and publication of results is expected.
How youll contribute:
Plan and conduct experiments to develop deeper understanding of phage defense systems
Collaborate with academic and industrial partners to inform project design and strategy
Develop and apply data analysis and visualization strategies
Publish results in open-access journals
Required qualifications and experience:
Ph.D. in biological sciences with relevant experience
Demonstrated scientific communication skills
Publication of original scientific work in high-quality journals
Strong work ethic emphasizing both efficiency and quality of work
Integrity perseverance and a collaborative nature
What will make you stand out:
Track record of successful research in the fields of biochemistry and/or molecular biology
Prior experience with protein expression and purification
Prior experience with analysis of protein structural models and/or structural biology while not required would be useful
Experience working in a team-oriented collaborative setting
*Submission of a cover letter is highly encouraged
Estimated base salary for a Postdoctoral Fellow is $74000
Base salary decisions depend on several factors including but not limited to individual qualifications job location internal equity and market data alignment.
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Information regarding New England Biolabs commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion can be foundhere.
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Established in the mid 1970s, New England Biolabs, Inc. is the industry leader in the discovery and production of enzymes for molecular biology applications and now offers the largest selection of recombinant and native enzymes for genomic research. NEB continues to expand its product ... View more