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Postgraduate Research Assistant : Department of Biochemistry

Employer

University of Oxford

Website

http://www.bioch.ox.ac.uk/

Location

Department of Biochemistry 

Posted

August 25, 2009

Expires

October 01, 2009

Jobs by tag(s)

gene expression, rna, oxford, postgraduate, postdoctoral

Description

We are seeking to appoint a Research Assistant at the University of Oxford to study gene expression in eukaryotic cells, with specific emphasis on the mechanisms regulating RNA stability. The successful candidate will join ongoing projects that utilize a combination of biochemical and genetic approaches. Applicants are expected to be highly motivated, with excellent critical thinking skills and will preferably have a strong background in molecular biology, possess a science degree, or equivalent qualifications. Applicants at postdoctoral level are especially encouraged to apply.

The work will be carried out in the laboratory of Dr. Lidia Vasiljeva in the Department of Biochemistry, which is a part of the University of Oxford’s thriving scientific community.

This position is funded by The Wellcome Trust and graded on the University’s grade 6 pay scale, for which the salary range is £25,623 – £30,594 per annum. The actual starting salary offered will be based on qualifications and relevant skills acquired and will also be determined by the funding available.

For further general information, an application cover sheet and other application requirements please visit the Departmental website http://www.bioch.ox.ac.uk/jobs/instructions.html or phone +44-1865-613204, quoting the reference number below.

Contact

Applications, including two copies of the completed application cover sheet and recruitment monitoring form, two copies of a detailed CV, the names and addresses of three referees, (one of whom must be the current or most recent employer), and two copies of a cover letter describing your research interests and how you meet the selection criteria for the post, should be sent to:

The Deputy Administrator
Department of Biochemistry
University of Oxford
South Parks Road
Oxford
OX1 3QU

Scientific inquiries may be addressed to:

Dr. Lidia Vasiljeva: lidia.vasilieva@bioch.ox.ac.uk

Please quote reference number: BR/397

The closing date for applications is: Thursday, 1st October 2009