We are seeking a talented postdoctoral Research Associate with a strong chemistry background to join the Lau group (
www.lau-lab.com) in the Department of Pure and Applied Chemistry, University of Strathclyde (
http://www.strath.ac.uk/chemistry/).
The initial appointment is for one year, with further funding anticipated to extend the post for a further two years and is conditional on the project specific targets being met.
As Research Associate, you will join an interdisciplinary, experimental project to develop poly (N-substituted glycine) “peptoid” nanosheets as a novel peptidomimetic platform for biointerfacial and biomaterials applications. You will play a lead role in the synthesis and assembly of novel peptoid nanosheets, and develop conjugation strategies for anchoring proteins and other biomolecules on the nanosheets in biochemically relevant arrangements. As part of a wider international collaboration led by Dr Lau, you will apply the nanosheets to investigating the templated-assembly of membrane proteins as well as to controlling protein interactions and cell-surface behaviour.
The Lau lab for Bioinspired Interfacial Materials is housed in the new Technology and Innovation Centre and is part of the University of Strathclyde’s bionanotechnology initiative, comprising of 6 research groups and around 50 PhD students and postdocs. Strathclyde is an EPSRC Framework University and is within the top 12 universities in terms of research funding drawn from EPSRC. Strathclyde was also the UK University of the Year 2012/2013 and UK Entrepreneurial University of the Year 2013/2014.
To be considered for the role, you should hold a PhD in the chemical, biochemical or material sciences, and have an excellent research track record as evidenced by publications in peer-reviewed journals. Experience in synthetic chemistry, including chemoselective methods, fragment condensation, solid phase peptide synthesis and/or bioorthogonal chemistry, is highly desirable. Additional experience in protein science, biointerfaces, nanomaterials, molecular self-assembly, biomaterials, surface characterization techniques, and surface functionalization, will be an advantage.
You should also have a passion for interdisciplinary research, have excellent project planning and management skills, and be able to work well in a small team environment, including in the training and supervision of students working in the project. Moreover, you should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work with project collaborators in the UK, US, Europe, and Asia, and to disseminate the results via peer reviewed publications and conference presentations. You will also need to be able to travel internationally to carry out the above duties.
For further information, please email the supervisor
[email protected].
Application Procedure
Applicants are required to complete an application form including the name of three referees who will be contacted before interview without further permission, unless you indicate that you would prefer otherwise. Applicants should also submit a Curriculum Vitae and a covering letter detailing the knowledge, skills and experience you think make you the right candidate for the job. Applicants should also complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form.
Other Information
Further information on the application process and working at Strathclyde can be found on our website (
http://www.strath.ac.uk/hr/workforus).
Informal enquiries about the post can be directed to Dr Aaron Lau, Lecturer (
[email protected]).
Equality and Diversity
We value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
The University currently holds a Bronze Athena SWAN award, recognising our commitment to advancing women's careers in science, technology, engineering, maths and medicine (STEMM) employment in academia.
