Institute of Structural and Molecular Biology, Faculty of Science,
Department of Biological Sciences, Birkbeck College
Postdoctoral Research Assistant – Ref: 10541, Full time, fixed term
appointment for up to three years
The Institute of Structural and Molecular Biology is seeking a Post-
doctoral Research Assistant to carry out structural analysis (x-ray
crystallography or cryo-electron microscopy) of complexes formed
during type IV secretion. The group is led by Professor Gabriel
Waksman and has over the years produced numerous high profile
publications in the highest impact journals (Cell, 2008, 133:640-652;
Science, 2009, 323:266-268; Nature, 2009, 462:1011-1015; Nature, 2011,
In Press). The research programme is funded by a grant from the
Wellcome Trust to Prof Gabriel Waksman. Further details on the
research group and on type IV secretion can be found at http://people.cryst.bbk.ac.uk/~ubcg54a/
.
Applicants should have a PhD in Structural Molecular Biology,
Biophysics or a related area, postdoctoral research experience and
relevant research publications.
Salary range will be from £33,804 to £38,722 on Grade 7 or from
£39,796 to £46,950 on Grade 8 per annum inclusive of London Allowance.
Initial salary will be dependent on the skills and experience of the
successful applicant.
This job is full time and fixed term. The salary quoted above is
inclusive of London allowance. The appointment is subject to a
probationary period of six months. Birkbeck also provides a generous
final salary pension scheme, 31 days paid leave, flexible working
arrangements and other great benefits.
Closing date for completed applications: 15 June 2011
To apply for this position please go to www.bbk.ac.uk/jobs and
search using reference number 10541.
Birkbeck is an equal opportunities employer and encourages
applications from all candidates irrespective of gender, race,
disability, sexual orientation, age, religion and belief or another
protected characteristic.
