Postdoctoral Research Associate in Microbial Metallobiochemistry
Durham University
Job Information Organisation/CompanyDURHAM UNIVERSITY Research FieldBiological sciencesChemistry Researcher ProfileRecognised Researcher (R2)Established Researcher (R3) CountryUnited Kingdom Application Deadline26 Aug 2024 – 00:00 (UTC) Type of ContractOther Job StatusFull-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?NoOffer DescriptionThe RoleApplications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Microbial Metallobiochemistry studying the proteins involved in metal acquisition and intracellular homeostasis in the early infant gut microbe, Bifidobacterium longum. Experiments will involve working with purified proteins and whole cells to identify the molecular basis for metal ion acquisition in this organism. The research project is led by Dr. Peter Chivers, as part of a collaborative BBSRC-funded project involving researchers at the University of Birmingham.The project will involve a range of experimental methods including native protein overexpression and purification, site-directed mutagenesis, biophysical analysis of proteins, particularly metal-binding affinity and specificity, and assays of bacterial cultures for growth, gene, expression, and metal content. Regular joint meetings between both academic partners will be a key part of meeting project goals and outcomes.Key responsibilities:
This post is fixed term for 24 Months from 1st November 2024 to 31st October 2026 as part of a time-limited funded research project.Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsAdditional InformationWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute DURHAM UNIVERSITY Country United Kingdom City Durham, United Kingdom GeofieldContact CityDurham, United KingdomSTATUS: EXPIREDShare this page
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