Fixed-term 3 Years
A postdoctoral scientist is required to join the Post-transcriptional Control Group at the MRC Toxicology Unit to work on a project investigating the pathways that are deregulated in malignant mesothelioma (a very aggressive and fatal tumour of the pleura or peritoneum strongly related to former asbestos exposure).
This is a three year training and development position suitable for somebody who has recently completed their PhD or a more experienced postdoctoral scientist wishing to move into a new research discipline. Candidates should have a PhD in Biochemistry, Cell biology or Genetics. Experience of advanced RNA techniques is required together with a proven track record of obtaining high quality data using molecular biological techniques.
The starting salary will be in the range of £26,022 - £28,178 per annum.
For further information about the Toxicology Unit please visit:
http://www.le.ac.uk/mrctox/mrctox/content/home.htm Applications are handled by the RCUK Shared Services Centre; to apply please visit our job board at
https://ext.ssc.rcuk.ac.uk and complete an online application form. 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 IRC15688.
Closing date for applications: 28th March 2011
The Medical Research Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer
