Dear all, Cheers, Research Assistant (ref. 16077) School of Biochemistry Contract: Fixed Term Contract (36 months) Salary:£29,972 - £33,734 Grade:Level a in Pathway 2 Closing date for applications:9:00am 22 Mar 2011 Anticipated interview date:01 Apr 2011 Description Working in the group of Dr Paul Race, you will undertake a BBSRC funded research project investigating the structural basis of natural product biosynthesis in terrestrial bacteria. You will have (or shortly have) a PhD in chemistry, biochemistry or a related discipline, and a proven track record in recombinant protein _expression_, purification and crystallisation, allied to significant experience in the determination of protein structures using macromolecular X-ray crystallography. Previous experience in electron and/or cryo-electron microscopy and a background in structural enzymology would be considered advantageous. If successful, you may be appointed either on a fixed term or a permanent contract depending on the extent of your previous relevant research experience. Further information can be found at www.bristol.ac.uk/personnel/ftc/You should be an enthusiastic and innovative scientist, a good team worker and an excellent communicator. The position is full-time and funding is available for three years currently. School of Biochemistry University of Bristol BS8 1TD |