University of Dundee, College of Life Sciences
Division of Biological Chemistry and Drug Discovery
Enthusiastic and highly motivated individuals are sought to study key
enzymes of microbial pathogens. In particular to advance fundamental
understanding of biosynthesis and inhibition of trypanothione and
glycosylphosphatidylinositol anchor assembly and biosynthesis in
trypanosomatid parasites. The positions are funded by a Wellcome
Trust programme grant and to be held in a world-class
interdisciplinary centre.
POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSISTANTS (2 POSTS)
GRADE 7 (£26,666 - £32,796)
Postdoctoral Research Assistants are required to characterise the
structure-function relationships of important biosynthetic enzymes
essential in trypanosomatid parasites. Applicants are expected to
have experience in protein crystallography or molecular biology,
biochemistry or chemical crystallography. Experience in production of
proteins in eukaryotic systems would be particularly welcome.
Please quote ref: LS/1906
All posts are available for two years in the first instance. The
level of appointment is flexible and will depend on experience and
track record. For postdoctoral positions applicants are expected to
have, or to obtain shortly, a PhD in a relevant subject. Training,
as required will be provided in a supportive environment enabling
researchers to extend their skills and expertise. Career progression
is important and staff will be encouraged to participate in a wide
range of research, and in this the ability to work well in a team
will be critical.
The successful candidates will benefit from access to cutting edge
facilities in crystallography, biochemistry, cell biology, synthetic
and medicinal chemistry, parasitology, drug discovery, proteomic and
other core facilities. In addition to joining the Scottish Structural
Proteomics Facility, a highly successful cooperative with The
University of St. Andrews.
Informal enquiries may be made to Prof Bill Hunter, tel:
(01383-385745 or e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Please do not send
applications to this email address).
A few facts about The College of Life Sciences at Dundee:
The College of Life Sciences has over 720 research and support staff
from 53 countries and an annual research turnover in excess of
£20 million.
According to Thompson Scientific of Philadelphia, based on citations
per paper over the last 10 years, Dundee is the top University in
Europe in ‘Biology and Biochemistry’ and 2nd in Europe in ‘Molecular
Biology and Genetics’.
Dundee has twice been named ‘the best place to work in Europe’ in a
poll of scientists conducted by The Scientist magazine.
The College of Life Sciences has been consistently rated ‘5-
star’ (the highest rating) by the UK national Research Assessment
Exercise.
In addition to an excellent scientific environment Tayside offers an
affordable standard of living in an area of outstanding natural
beauty situated beside the sea and the highlands of Scotland.
Applications in the form of a CV and covering letter (2 copies of
each), including the names and addresses of 3 referees, should be
sent to Human Resources, College of Life Sciences, JBC/MSI/WTB
Complex, University of Dundee, DD1 5EH, (HR-
[EMAIL PROTECTED]) quoting the appropriate reference number.
Applicants will only be contacted if invited for interview.
Closing date: 7 December 2007
The University of Dundee is committed to equal opportunities and
welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
www.jobs.dundee.ac.uk
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W. N. Hunter
Professor of Structural Biology, FRSE
Div. of Biological Chemistry & Drug Discovery
College of Life Sciences
Univ. of Dundee
Dundee
DD1 5EH
ph: (0)1382-385745
