We are seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Associate to characterize unconventional kinetoplastid kinetochore proteins in the laboratory of Dr Bungo Akiyoshi. Research in the Akiyoshi lab is aimed at understanding the mechanism of chromosome segregation in eukaryotes. Our focus is on the kinetochore, a multi-protein complex that assembles onto centromeric DNA and interacts with spindle microtubules. The aim of the project is to characterize one or more kinetoplastid kinetochore proteins in Trypanosoma brucei using a variety of techniques including cell biology, biochemistry, biophysics, and/or structural biology.
Applicants should possess a PhD/DPhil, or be near completion of a PhD/DPhil in a relevant subject and must have proven expertise in protein biochemistry, cell biology, biophysics, or structural biology. In addition, candidates are expected to have a high impact first author publication or preprint, and be proficient in molecular biology. You must also be highly motivated and interested in chromosome segregation and have the ability to run the project independently. In addition, you must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to write for publication and present research proposals and results.
This full-time fixed-term post is funded by the Wellcome Trust for up to 21 months in the first instance and is based at the Department of Biochemistry, South Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3QU.
This position is graded on the University’s Grade 7 scale. The actual starting salary offered will be based on qualifications and relevant skills acquired and will also be determined by the funding available.
To apply for this role and for further details including the job description and selection criteria, please see the document below. You will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your application.
The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Monday 15th November 2021 with interviews for shortlisted candidates to be held as soon as possible thereafter
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