英国布里斯托大学细胞和分子医学学院招聘博士后助理研究员

Postdoctoral Research Assistant ACAD100783 : Bristol, United Kingdom

Postdoctoral Research Assistant ACAD100783

School of Cellular and Molecular Medicine

£30,728 – £34,565

Within the School of Cellular and Molecular Medicine, our research has focused on elucidating the molecular mechanisms of host-pathogen interactions particularly focusing on human restricted pathogens including Neisseria meningitidis, Haemophilus influenzae and Moraxella catarrhalis. Particular focus in the identification of the roles of the pathogens surface proteins in association with host cells and tissues and evasion of the immune surveillance. Such proteins have potential for use as vaccine antigens.

At present, one particular focus is the molecular basis for the interaction of the meningococcal surface proteins Opc and Msf with vitronectin, via which bacteria adhere to human cells, but also avoid serum bactericidal activity. Sa E Cunha et al (2010) PLoS Pathog 6: e1000911. Hill DJ, et al (2010) Clin Sci (Lond) 118: 547-564. Griffiths NJ, et al. (2011) Mol Microbiol 82: 1129-1149. The current post is available for an outstanding postdoctoral research assistant to explore the potential of the functional regions of Msf and Opc to be used as vaccine antigens. The project will involve a combination of bacteriology, immunology, protein biochemistry and bioinformatics. The ideal candidate would have practical experience in each of these areas. Please see the person specification in the job description for further details.

Informal enquiries can be made to Dr Darryl Hill (Darryl.j.hill@bristol.ac.uk) or Professor Mumtaz Virji (m.virji@bristol.ac.uk)

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The closing date for applications is 7 May 2014.