Department: Barts Cancer Institute
Salary: £34,220-£40,194 per annum inclusive of London Allowance (Grade 4)
Location: Charterhouse Square
Closing date: 11-Oct-2019

Overview:

Applications are sought for a Postdoctoral Research Assistant to implement and develop methods for the computational analysis of kinase signalling pathways and related protein networks. The successful applicant will a degree in a relevant analytical discipline (Mathematics, Computer science, Bioinformatics, or Biochemistry with a bioinformatics component). The research will be based in the Centre for Haemato-Oncology, Barts Cancer Institute, within the Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary, University of London.

Essential requirements for this post include exprerience in the analysis of proteomics datasets derived from mass spectrometry using a range of software and scripting languages. Experience managing biological databases would be an advantage. A demonstrated ability to communicate well, work within a team and maintain good laboratory records are also essential.

The post is full-time for 24 months. Starting salary will be in the range £34,220 - £40,194 per annum inclusive of London Allowance. Benefits include 30 days annual leave, pension scheme and an interest free season ticket loan.

The Barts Cancer Institute requires that applicants invited for interview will need to provide all certificates to confirm their qualifications (specified in the Job Description).

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.

Informal enquiries about this post, including arrangements to visit the Institute/Centre, can be made to Dr Pedro Cutillas tel: 020 7882 8266 or email p.cutillas@qmul.ac.uk

Details about Barts Cancer Institute can be found at https://www.bartscancer.london/

To apply and for full job details including a job description and person specification please visit http://www.hr.qmul.ac.uk/jobs/ and search for reference QMUL19843.

The closing date is 11 October 2019 

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