Job Description:
There is an opening for a postdoctoral research assistant to investigate the biomechanical regulation of chromatin remodelling and gene expression in human epidermal stem cells. The successful candidate will join a multi-disciplinary team of biologists and engineers, and will employ next-generation epigenomic methods to characterise the effects of defined mechanical and biophysical cues on nuclear architecture and keratinocyte fate. Functional studies will also examine the impact of these responses on tissue homeostasis and repair. The position will be based primarily within the laboratory of Dr. John Connelly in the School of Medicine and Dentistry at Queen Mary University of London, but will also involve close collaboration with Dr. Nuria Gavara’s group in the School of Engineering and Materials Science. The successful candidate will benefit from access to outstanding cell biology, genomics, imaging, and biophysics facilities and associated expertise across both schools. We seek a creative and motivated scientist with experience in epigenetics, genomics, and/or bioinformatics as well as a Ph.D. in a related field. Additional experience in skin biology or biophysics would be advantageous; however, this project is an excellent opportunity to gain new skills and knowledge in cellular biomechanics and mechano-sensing.
Additional Info:
The post is for 3 years and fully funded by a project grant from the BBSRC. Benefits include 30 days annual leave, defined benefit pension scheme and interest-free season ticket loan. Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme. Informal enquiries should be addressed to Dr. John Connelly at j.connelly@qmul.ac.uk Details about the Blizard Institute can be found at www.blizard.qmul.ac.uk Interviews are likely to be held in March-April 2017. We are unfortunately unable to reply to those applicants who have not been short listed and invited for interview. However, we would like to thank all candidates for their applications and for their interest in working for the School of Medicine and Dentistry. Promoting excellence in teaching, learning and research. Valuing Diversity and Committed to Equality.[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]
There is an opening for a postdoctoral research assistant to investigate the biomechanical regulation of chromatin remodelling and gene expression in human epidermal stem cells. The successful candidate will join a multi-disciplinary team of biologists and engineers, and will employ next-generation epigenomic methods to characterise the effects of defined mechanical and biophysical cues on nuclear architecture and keratinocyte fate. Functional studies will also examine the impact of these responses on tissue homeostasis and repair. The position will be based primarily within the laboratory of Dr. John Connelly in the School of Medicine and Dentistry at Queen Mary University of London, but will also involve close collaboration with Dr. Nuria Gavara’s group in the School of Engineering and Materials Science. The successful candidate will benefit from access to outstanding cell biology, genomics, imaging, and biophysics facilities and associated expertise across both schools. We seek a creative and motivated scientist with experience in epigenetics, genomics, and/or bioinformatics as well as a Ph.D. in a related field. Additional experience in skin biology or biophysics would be advantageous; however, this project is an excellent opportunity to gain new skills and knowledge in cellular biomechanics and mechano-sensing.
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The post is for 3 years and fully funded by a project grant from the BBSRC. Benefits include 30 days annual leave, defined benefit pension scheme and interest-free season ticket loan. Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme. Informal enquiries should be addressed to Dr. John Connelly at j.connelly@qmul.ac.uk Details about the Blizard Institute can be found at www.blizard.qmul.ac.uk Interviews are likely to be held in March-April 2017. We are unfortunately unable to reply to those applicants who have not been short listed and invited for interview. However, we would like to thank all candidates for their applications and for their interest in working for the School of Medicine and Dentistry. Promoting excellence in teaching, learning and research. Valuing Diversity and Committed to Equality.[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]