In silico study of the effects of pathogenic mutations on the structure and dynamics of heart muscle proteins – Queen Mary University of London, UK-London

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Job date: 2015-02-12
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In silico study of the effects of pathogenic mutations on the structure and dynamics of heart muscle proteinsQueen Mary University of LondonSchool of Biological & Chemical SciencesUK-London Applications are invited for a PhD studentship in Dr. Arianna Fornili’s group at Queen Mary University of London starting from October 2015.

Using a combination of state-of-the-art Molecular Modelling, Molecular Dynamics and Bioinformatics techniques, the successful candidate will investigate how cardiomyopathy-related mutations affect the motion and stability of key components of the cardiac sarcomere.
&nbsp Applications are welcome from outstanding European/UK students with or expecting to obtain a degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physics, Biophysics or related disciplines. Previous experience in molecular modelling/simulation and/or computer programming is desirable but not essential.

Job Information Position Type: PhD student position Start Date: January 01, 2015 Duration: Full Time Status: openContact InformationQueen Mary University of London School of Biological & Chemical Sciences

Arianna Fornili
a.fornili@qmul.ac.ukhttp://www.sbcs.qmul.ac.uk/prospectivestudents/research/projects/147840.htmlHow To Apply:For informal enquires please contact Dr. Fornili and include your CV, a covering letter explaining eligibility and interest in the project and the contact details of two academic referees. The deadline for formal applications is 5 pm (GMT) on 09 March 2015.


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