Research Associate

Job number    ACAD104508
Division/School    School of Biochemistry
Contract type    Open Ended
Working pattern      Full time
Salary     £33,797 - £38,017 per annum
Closing date for applications    01-Apr-2020  

Postdoctoral Scientist in endosomal cargo sorting.

We have the following full-time postdoctoral research position available within the group of Professor Peter Cullen at the University of Bristol, U.K:
 
Position: Biochemical analysis of retriever assembly

Funded through an MRC programme grant, the research focuses on the lab’s recent identification of a highly conserved multi-protein complex termed retriever, that functions as a molecular machine for controlling the retromer-independent endosome-to-plasma membrane recycling of numerous integral membrane proteins following their endocytosis (including integrins, adhesion molecules and nutrient transporters / sensors). Through multi-disciplinary and collaborative research, you will seek to biochemically define retriever’s assembly to provide insight into the function of this complex in health and disease, with a particular focus on an emerging role in neuroprotection.

You will have a relevant PhD (awarded or imminent), experience in relevant experimental techniques (ideally hands-on expertise in recombinant protein purification and cryo-EM). The position is available for 2.5 years.

Informal enquiries are welcomed at Pete.Cullen@bristol.ac.uk.

We welcome applications from all members of our community and are particularly encouraging those from diverse groups, such as members of the LGBT+ and BAME communities, to join us.