Research Assistant in Protein Biology

3 weeks ago


Leeds, United Kingdom University of Leeds Full time

**Research Assistant in Protein Biology**:
**Are you an early career researcher looking for your first challenge? Do you have a background in protein biology? Do you want to further your career in one of the UK’s leading research-intensive Universities?**

The laboratory of Dr Qian Wu is interested in understanding the basic mechanism of human DNA damage response (DDR) network in molecular details. We are also developing chemical and protein tools that enable us to control and regulate the DNA repair pathways in cancer cells. This post will support the research projects lead by PI, Postdoc and PhD students. It will focus on the productions and characterisations of key proteins involved in DNA damage response pathways. We will support your career development through tailored research trainings and mentorship.

For this post, you should have a first degree/Masters in Biochemistry or a closely allied discipline. You should also have experience in recombinant protein expression and purification.

**To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact**:
Dr Qian Wu, Group Leader, University Academic Fellow

**Location**:

- Leeds - Main Campus**Faculty/Service**:

- Faculty of Biological Sciences**School/Institute**:

- School of Molecular & Cellular Biology**Category**:

- Research**Grade**:

- Grade 6**Salary**:

- £29,762 to £35,308 p.a.**Working Time**:

- 100% - this role will be based on the University campus, with scope for it to be undertaken in a hybrid manner. We are also open to discussing flexible working arrangements.**Post Type**:

- Full Time**Contract Type**:

- Fixed Term (for 18 months due to external funding)**Release Date**:

- Wednesday 12 April 2023**Closing Date**:

- Sunday 30 April 2023**Reference**:

- FBSMB1253



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