The Biomedical Sciences Research Complex (BSRC) at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland, is seeking applications for a research assistant to join a dynamic research group that is working on behalf of a biotechnology company spun-out of the University. The group’s main focus is the development and application of novel treatment solutions for unmet clinical needs, in particular, infectious diseases and oncology, using their proprietary technology of protein biologics based on carbohydrate binding modules (CBMs) that target host glycans on the surface of mammalian cells.
With expansion of work within the group, it is seeking to recruit a highly motivated and experienced research assistant who can demonstrate the ability to help advance the research of CBM biologics. The successful candidate will ideally have an applied biology background with excellent technical skills who can support various projects within the research team. The successful candidate will also have access to state-of-the-art facilities within the BSRC. Facilities include protein expression and purification capabilities, a biophysics suite for protein characterisation (SPR, CD, ITC, stopped-flow kinetics), X-ray and NMR, a mass spectrometry and proteomics facility, bacterial and mammalian cell culture facilities, imaging suite housing four microscope systems (fluorescence, light, and two confocals), as well as other general equipment for various assay development and screening.
The post is offered on a fixed term contract of 1 year, in the first instance, and is available immediately.
Informal enquiries can be made to Dr Helen Connaris (group leader) at hc6@st-andrews.ac.uk.
The University is committed to equality for all, demonstrated through our working on diversity awards (ECU Athena SWAN/Race Charters; Carer Positive; LGBT Charter; and Stonewall). More details can be found at http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/diversityawards/.
Closing Date: 24 March 2018
Please quote ref: AR2039HM
Further Particulars: AR2039HM FPs.doc
The School of Biology
Salary: £32,548 - £38,833 per annum
Start Date: As soon as possible
Fixed Term for 1 year