英国医学研究委员会MRC临床科学中心招聘三年期博士后

MRC Postdoctoral Scientist
Fixed Term for 3 Years
Salary from: £33,377 per annum plus allowances
Telomere Replication and Stability group
London, UK

Applications are invited for a 3-year MRC Postdoctoral Scientist research position in the Telomere Replication and Stability group at the MRC Clinical Sciences Centre (CSC) at the Hammersmith Hospital campus of Imperial College London. The CSC provides an outstanding environment for interdisciplinary research with excellent core support. For a description of the institute and details of core facilities, visit www.csc.mrc.ac.uk.

The Telomere Replication and Stability group is headed by Dr Jean-Baptiste Vannier in the Epigenetics section of the CSC. The objective of the group is to study the molecular dynamics of DNA secondary structures during mammalian DNA replication. Our aim is to understand the mechanisms that facilitate DNA replication at hard to replicate loci, including telomeres, which will lead to an outstanding description of how telomeric structures affect replication progression, genome stability and cancer predisposition.
Visit: http://csc.mrc.ac.uk/research-group/telomere-replication-and-stability/

We are looking for a highly-motivated, dedicated and creative scientist able to work independently, while being a good team player. The applicant must hold a PhD in a relevant discipline (Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Biomedical sciences or related field) and have expertise in molecular biology, cell culture, microscopy and mammalian genetics. Experience in telomere biology and methods is essential, including FISH or CO-FISH, TRF analysis and DNA damage response at telomeres (TIFs). While initial funding is available, you will be encouraged to apply for external funding.

This is an MRC Postdoctoral Training Scientist position providing training and development supporting post-doctoral scientists in early or changed career paths helping establish them as successful research scientists in their chosen field. During the fellowship tenure we are committed to provide mentorship for career development and improvement of communication skills. We offer a highly attractive benefits package including competitive salary and final salary pension scheme.

Applications are handled by the RCUK Shared Services Centre; to apply please visit our job board at http://www.topcareer.jobs/Vacancy/irc166593_4879.aspx
and upload your CV (with name of three references) and a cover letter describing motivation and scientific interests. Applicants who would like to receive this advert in an alternative format (e.g. large print, Braille, audio or hard copy), or who are unable to apply online should contact us by telephone on 01793 867003, please quote reference number IRC166593

Closing date: 11 November 2014

‘The Medical Research Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer’
Final appointment will be subject to pre-employment screening.

Salary quoted is inclusive of London weighting. Additional allowances comprise a £1,000 lump sum Settlement Allowance plus a yearly Training Allowance of £850 in the first year, paid in monthly instalments. The Training Allowance increases to £1,300 in year two, and £1,800 in the third year.