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Research Fellow, Medical and Dental Sciences

Employer
Global Academy Jobs
Location
United Kingdom
Closing date
Mar 27, 2017

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Job Purpose

The group of Dr. Martin Higgs is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated individual for a postdoctoral position to work in the area of lysine methylation and human disease. The project is funded by the University of Birmingham and focuses on the function of Lys methyltransferases and their role in preventing human developmental and haematological diseases.

With a PhD in a relevant subject area and laboratory experience in cell and molecular biology, you are expected to have practical experience in maintaining and using murine models, culturing primary cells, and isolating/analysing haematopoietic cells. Knowledge of haematopoiesis, replication stress and epigenetics is essential. Experience in CRISPR gene editing would be an advantage.

Person Specification

- First degree in area of specialism and normally, a higher degree relevant to research area or equivalent qualifications;
- PhD in research devoted to understanding haematopoeisis, epigenetics and/or replication stress;
- Proven-track record and practical experience in molecular biology techniques and in vivo models, including:
-- murine models (maintenance of colonies, manipulation of animals, isolation of haematopoietic cells);
-- cell culture and transfections (including isolation/cultivation of primary cells);
-- cloning (RT-PCR, cloning, DNA sequencing, plasmid generation);
-- immunofluorescence/immunoblotting;
-- multi-colour flow cytometry and cell sorting;
- Personal Home Office license essential;
- Previous experience with CRISPR technology would be highly advantageous;
- Working knowledge of Health and Safety requirements within the laboratory setting;
- Evidence of an ability to disseminate research findings through publication and at scientific meetings/conferences (at least 1 first author publication in a peer-reviewed scientific journal)
- Excellent knowledge of modern concepts and literature surrounding haematopoiesis and replication stress;
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills (including written and presentational), including an ability to communicate complex information clearly;
- Evidence of an ability to write to a standard necessary for research reports and publications;
- Effective organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work to meet deadlines;
- High level analytical capability;
- Evidence of an ability to work individually and in a research team;
- Fluency in relevant models, techniques or methods and ability to contribute to developing new ones;
- Willingness to work flexibly, when necessary, to fulfil the needs of the research project;
- Ability to assess resource requirements and use resources effectively;
- Understanding of and ability to contribute to broader management/administration and teaching processes.

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