King's College London Postdoctoral Research Associate Recruitment 2026 | Apply for Randall Cell & Molecular Biophysics
Organization
King's College London
Duration
36 Months (Fixed-Term).
Fellowship Amount
£45,031–£47,379 per annum (including London Weighting Allowance).
Overview
About Organization
King's College London (KCL) is one of the world's leading research-intensive universities, renowned for excellence in biomedical sciences, engineering, healthcare, and interdisciplinary research. The Randall Centre for Cell & Molecular Biophysics, within the School of Basic & Biomedical Sciences, conducts internationally recognized research combining biology, chemistry, physics, and computational science to understand human diseases.
Post Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | King's College London |
| Post Name | Postdoctoral Research Associate |
| Department | Randall Cell & Molecular Biophysics |
| Faculty | Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine |
| Location | Guy's Campus, London, United Kingdom |
| Employment Type | Full-Time |
| Working Hours | 35 Hours per Week |
| Contract Type | Fixed-Term (36 Months) |
| Salary | £45,031 – £47,379 per annum (Including London Weighting Allowance £5,125) |
| Job ID | 159565 |
| Expected Start Date | From 1 November 2026 |
Selection Process
Selection generally includes:
- Online application screening
- Academic qualification assessment
- Research experience evaluation
- Shortlisting
- Interview
- Document verification
- Final appointment
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants should possess:
- PhD in Structural Biology, Biophysics, Biochemistry, or a related discipline (or thesis submitted and awaiting award).
- Experience in Biological NMR and Structural Biology.
- Knowledge of SAXS methods and data analysis.
- Experience in multidimensional NMR experiments.
- Experience in recombinant protein expression and purification.
- Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
- Desirable: Experience in cell biology, molecular biology, protein interaction techniques (MST/ITC), and RNA-binding proteins.
How to Apply
- Visit the official recruitment page.
- Register/Login to the King's College London recruitment portal.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload your CV and supporting statement.
- Submit the application before the deadline.
- Apply as early as possible since the university may close applications early if sufficient applications are received.
Why Apply?
- Join one of the UK's top research universities.
- Work on an MND Association-funded ALS research project.
- Collaborate with UK Dementia Research Institute and the University of Turin.
- Access advanced structural biology and NMR research facilities.
- Receive at least 10 days per year for professional development.
- Excellent salary and international research environment.
Who Can Apply?
Applications are welcome from:
- Indian candidates
- International candidates
- Researchers worldwide
- PhD holders or candidates awaiting PhD award
- Applicants meeting the required research qualifications
Important Dates
- Advertisement Posted: 25 September 2026
- Application Deadline: 16 October 2026
- Expected Start Date: From 1 November 2026
Important URLs
- Advertisement URL: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/jobs/159565-postdoctoral-research-associate
Financial Support
Fellowship Amount: £45,031–£47,379 per annum (including London Weighting Allowance).
Eligibility Criteria
Experience in Biological NMR and Structural Biology.
Knowledge of SAXS techniques.
Experience in recombinant protein production.
Strong research, analytical, and communication skills.
Important Dates
| 0 | Advertisement Posted: 25 September 2026 |
| 1 | Application Deadline: 16 October 2026 |
| 2 | Expected Start Date: From 1 November 2026 |
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