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英国牛津大学染色质结构和功能研究博士后岗位

日期:2008-04-15
英国牛津大学染色质结构和功能研究博士后岗位Institution

University of Oxford (http://www.bioch.ox.ac.uk/)

Position

Postdoctoral Research Associate- Regulation of chromatin function byhistone demethylases

Location

Oxford, UK

Date Posted

April 14th 2008

Date Expires

June 13th 2008

Tags

university of oxford, department of biochemistry, oxford, uk,universitys grade 7, chromatin biology, histone, methylation,demethylation, epigenetics, and transcription

Description

UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD

DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY

Postdoctoral Research Associate- Regulation of chromatin function byhistone demethylases

We are seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral research associate toinvestigate how JmjC-domain containing histone demethylase enzymesregulate chromatin function and transcription.

Applicants should possess a PhD or equivalent and be able to demonstratea keen interest in chromatin biology. The post holder should be a welltrained and motivated scientist with a strong background in biochemistryand molecular biology. In particular, expertise working with mammaliantissue culture systems, chromatin-immunoprecipitation, and RNAi would beadvantageous. The project may also involve microarray and large scalesequencing approaches so the candidate would benefit from bioinformaticskills that could be applied to these aspects of the study. The postwill rely on the candidate working closely with other lab members andwill require good communication and teamwork skills.

The post is funded by the Wellcome Trust for up to 3 years in the first instance.

This position is graded on the University’s Grade 7 pay scale, for whichthe salary range is £26,666 – £32,796 per annum. The actual startingsalary offered will be based on qualifications and relevant skillsacquired and will also be determined by the funding available.

For further general information, an application cover sheet and otherapplication requirements please visit the Departmental websitehttp://www.bioch.ox.ac.uk/jobs/instructions.html or phone (01865)275262, quoting the reference number below

Contact

Applications, including the completed application cover sheet andrecruitment monitoring form, two copies of a detailed CV, the names andaddresses of two referees, (one of whom must be the current or mostrecent employer), and two copies of a letter setting out, with examples,how you meet the selection criteria for the post, should be sent to:

The Deputy Administrator
Department of Biochemistry
University of Oxford
South Parks Road
Oxford
OX1 3QU

Please quote reference number: BR/332

The closing date for applications is Friday, 16th May 2008
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