Postdoctoral Research Associate
5 months ago
Applications are invited for a postdoctoral research associate position to work with Dr Purba Mukherjee in the Department of Chemistry on an EPSRC funded fellowship. The position is tenable for a period of 24 months with potential for extension.
**Department**:
The Department of Chemistry is one of the largest and most successful departments at York and we are renowned internationally for our research. As a department, we strive to provide a working environment that allows all staff and students to contribute fully, to flourish, and to excel. We are proud of our Athena Swan Gold Award.
**Role**:
Main duties and responsibilities:
- To conduct research under the supervision of Dr Purba Mukherjee and to contribute to the production of research, specifically to
- Synthesise and characterise a peptide library.
- Purify enzymes and carry out biochemical characterisation of enzymes using both routine analytical techniques and the specialised biochemical assays available in the lab.
- Use the knowledge gained from the above and results from other members of the research group to understand how nucleic acid modifying enzymes can be used to synthesise peptide-oligonucleotide conjugates.
- To assist in the identification and development of potential areas of research and the development of proposals for independent or collaborative research projects.
**Skills, Experience & Qualification needed**:
- A First degree in chemistry or biochemistry and PhD in peptide chemistry or chemical biology or protein-nucleic acids biochemistry or equivalent experience
- Knowledge in peptide or oligonucleotide or protein/peptide-oligonucleotide bioconjugate synthesis to engage in high quality research using a range of research techniques and methodologies
- Knowledge of biological processes involving protein-nucleic acids interactions and peptide analysis methods including mass spectrometry
- Highly developed communication skills, attention to detail and commitment to high quality
- Evidenced ability to develop research objectives, plan and prioritise work, and conduct individual and collaborative research
- Ability to write up research work for publication and competency at presenting at conferences
- Experience in peptide synthesis and enzyme activity assays
- Experience of basic microbiology and molecular biology methods
- Positive attitude to colleagues and students and a willingness to work proactively
- Commitment to personal development and values of equality, diversity and inclusion
**Interview date**:To be confirmed
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