英国剑桥大学招聘博士后助理研究员

The lab of Prof Tony Kouzarides is looking for 3 postdoctoral scientists to work on different aspects of research within the lab.  The lab is in the Wellcome Trust/Cancer Research UK Gurdon Institute, a department of the University of Cambridge. Funding will initially be for a minimum of 3 years.

The first postdoc will work on Chromatin regulation in embryonic stem cells. In particular, the ideal candidate would have experience working with ES cells, an interest in miRNAs, and experience in CRISPR technology.

The second vacancy is for a postdoctoral scientist to work on epigenetic regulation in of lncRNAs in cancer. In particular the ideal candidate would have experience in enhancer RNAs and long non-coding RNAs in cancer, with a particular interest in p53 pathways.

The third vacancy involves a project on modifications of RNA. The ideal candidate would have a strong chemistry (or pure chemistry) background with a proficiency in biochemical approaches.

Candidates should have a PhD in Biological Sciences or be close to completion of their degree.

Benefits include generous maternity/paternity leave, flexible working, funds for returning carers and other family-friendly schemes.

Limited funding: The funds for this post are available for 3 years in the first instance.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please visit:

http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/6849. This will take you to the role on the University’s Job Opportunities pages. There you will need to click on the 'Apply online' button and register an account with the University's Web Recruitment System (if you have not already) and log in before completing the online application form.

Please upload a CV, a brief statement of your research interests and cover letter with your application.

Please contact Nikki Mann if you require further information at jobs@gurdon.cam.ac.uk or telephone 01223 334088.

Please quote reference PR05951 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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