Research Associate in Long-Wavelength Oxygenic Photosynthesis

This position offers the opportunity to work with a pioneering research group at Imperial College London, focusing on the newly discovered chlorophyll-f variants in oxygenic photosynthesis. The role involves cutting-edge interdisciplinary research combining biochemistry, biophysics, spectroscopy, structural biology (e.g., cryo-EM), and molecular biology. The successful candidate will contribute to groundbreaking studies on the structure-function relationships of photosystems, collaborate with theoretical and computational experts, and explore applications in energy policy. The team emphasizes a collaborative environment with access to state-of-the-art facilities and interdisciplinary partnerships.

• Conduct interdisciplinary research using biochemistry, biophysics, spectroscopy, and structural biology (e.g., cryo-EM) to study chlorophyll-f variants in oxygenic photosynthesis.
• Isolate and characterize membrane protein complexes of bioenergetics using advanced molecular biology and microbiology techniques.
• Collaborate with theoretical and computational experts to integrate modeling and simulation into research projects.
• Contribute to energy policy discussions by applying bioenergetics insights to real-world energy challenges.
• Assimilate in-house expertise and expand skills through collaborative work with other Imperial groups, UK institutions, and international partners.
• Publish findings in high-impact scientific journals and present research at national and international conferences.
• Support graduate students, postdocs, and technicians in the lab to foster a collaborative research environment.