Dear All,
The following postdoc position is posted on behalf of Bill Hunter.
All enquiries should be made to w.n.hun...@dundee.ac.uk.
Reference Number: LS0037
Job Title: Postdoctoral Research
Assistant
College: College of Life Sciences
School/Directorate: Life Sciences Research
Division: Biological Chemistry and
Drug Discovery
Grade: Grade 7 (£28,983 - £35,646)
Job Category: Research
Closing Date: 11 February 2011
Summary of Job Purpose and Principal Duties
An enthusiastic, highly motivated individual is sought to study key
enzymes of microbial pathogens to advance fundamental understanding of
the biosynthesis and inhibition of glycosylphosphatidylinositol anchor
assembly in trypanosomatid parasites. The position is funded by a
Wellcome Trust programme grant to Bill Hunter and to be held in a
world-class interdisciplinary centre. The position is available for
two years.
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.
Summary of Skills, Experience and Qualifications
Applicants are expected to have experience in protein crystallography,
molecular biology, biochemistry or chemical crystallography.
Experience in production of proteins in eukaryotic systems or in
enzyme assay methods would be particularly welcome.
The level of appointment is flexible and will depend on experience and
track record. 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.
Division / College Information
A few facts about The College of Life Sciences at Dundee:
• The College of Life Sciences has over 720 research and support staff
from 54 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.
Additional Information
Informal enquiries may be made to Prof Bill Hunter, tel: (01382)
385745 or e-mail: w.n.hun...@dundee.ac.uk.
How to Apply
To apply on-line please visit: www.dundee.ac.uk/jobs. If you are
unable to apply on-line please contact Human Resources on (01382)
386209 (answering machine) for an application pack. Please quote
reference number LS0037.
The University of Dundee is committed to equal opportunities and
welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
The University of Dundee is a Scottish Registered Charity, No. SC015096.
