Postdoctoral Research Scientist

Postdoctoral Research Scientist

Prof Danny Huang

Salary: from £37,000 to £42,893 subject to experience, plus relocation allowance and visa costs if required.

Contract term: Fixed up to 6 years, subject to successful review at Year 3

Project outline

We are seeking for a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to join the laboratory of Prof. Danny Huang. The Huang Lab has a strong interest in understanding the structures, mechanisms and functions of ubiquitin ligases and how their deregulation contributes to cancer. The group has the expertise in recombinant protein expression and purification, structural characterization of protein complexes, and mechanistic analyses using both biochemical and cell-based approaches. Based at the CRUK Scotland Institute, we benefit from a collaborative environment and work closely with core facilities and other research groups to access advanced techniques, including proteomics, RNA sequencing analysis, advanced microscopy, and genetic mouse models. The candidate will have access to these technologies to support the development of the project.

The ideal candidate will hold (or close to completing) a PhD in biochemistry or structural biology. Prior experience with Cryo-EM or research in the ubiquitin-related pathway is highly desirable. The successful applicant will take active role in structure determination using Cryo-EM and dissemination of results through publications and presentations.

For informal enquiries, please email Prof. Danny Huang [email protected]

Postdoc support

Postdocs are key members of our research community, and we offer them a range of opportunities to train and develop as researchers while they are with us:

• Exciting, innovative cancer research projects in state-of-the art labs
• A highly collaborative and interactive research environment
• Access to and training in key advanced technologies, for example imaging and in vivo modelling
• A mentor enabling scheme to aid personal and professional development
• A rich programme of scientific exchange through seminars, workshops and meetings
• Support to make fellowship and small grant applications, including during their transition to their next position
• Guidance and mentoring to compete for an independent scientist position as well as a multitude of other career options, including in industry.
• A highly engaged postdoc forum, providing peer support, training, careers advice and regular social events

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Our vision is to build and maintain a diverse and inclusive research culture based on our shared values of Innovate, Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Excellence. These values, which underpin our behaviours and everything we do, allow all our people to realise their full potential. The diversity of our staff and students is also what makes the Institute such a vibrant place to work and advance discoveries in cancer research. Family friendly policies, our collaborative ethos, a focus on good mental health and well-being and opportunities for all help to create an enjoyable and inclusive workplace where your voice matters.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 40.5 days annual leave including bank holidays (FTE)
• Defined contribution pension scheme
• Free life assurance scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Interest free season ticket loans
• Additional maternity pay for 6 months at full salary
• Shared parental leave including up to 6 weeks paid at full salary
• Cycle to work scheme saving tax and NI on cycle purchase and spreading repayments over up to 12 months
• Access to employee benefit schemes with discounts on supermarkets, cinema, travel and much more.
• On-site secure parking

All applications must be made via our website at:

Closing Date: 10 th April 2026