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(Fixed term for 2 years) Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today. We are seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join Dr Olorunniji’s team based at the LJMU School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences to take a leading role in the delivery of a 24-month project to uncover how proteins acquire moonlighting functions, using large serine recombinases (LSRs) and their directionality factors (RDFs) as a model. You will design, implement and benchmark machine learning pipelines for sequence-structure analysis and protein function prediction; lead genomic and transcriptomic analyses (including genome assembly and annotation). You will hold a PhD and a strong background in bioinformatics, computational biology, molecular biology or a related discipline, with experience in protein sequence and structure analysis. You will also be fluent in the use of Python, and experienced in processing large scale sequencing datasets, constructing and maintaining sequence databases, molecular phylogenetics and genomic sequence analysis. Experience with deep learning for structural biology and bioinformatics, protein sequence/structure methods, and application of machine-learning approaches to biological problems are essential. You will be actively involved in regular communication with the Rice lab (University of Chicago) and will collaborate in the preparation of scientific reports and manuscripts and participate in selected meetings and conferences. In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies. This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do. If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you. The School/Department is committed to promoting equality and diversity, including the Athena SWAN Gender Equality charter for promoting the career of Women in STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) in higher education. We particularly welcome applications from women and other under-represented groups for this post, and all appointments will be made on merit.   Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated. LJMU are committed to adhering to the Principles set out in the Researcher Development Concordat; in line with this all fixed-term researchers will be supported to complete 10 days professional development activities per year (pro-rata). 

The Centre for Psychosocial Research in Cancer (CentRIC) is seeking an outstanding individual to join our team and contribute to our programme of psychosocial cancer research. CentRIC is a world‑leading centre dedicated to transforming how people affected by cancer are supported. Our research focuses on understanding the psychosocial impact of cancer on everyday life and developing and testing innovative solutions that help people live well. We work closely with people affected by cancer, healthcare professionals, commissioners, policy makers and charities, ensuring that their insights guide the development of patient‑centred care. Our research involves people at increased genetic risk of cancer, those living with and beyond cancer, caregivers and healthcare professionals.  The post‑holder will support the delivery of CentRIC projects under the supervision of Professor Claire Foster, Co‑Director, and members of the research team. Key activities will include contributing to:  Breast Cancer Now‑funded project to develop Breast Cancer Choices, a web‑based resource supporting women recently diagnosed with breast cancer to make decisions about genetic testing  Wessex Cancer Alliance‑funded project to develop a personalised cancer care tool  A range of CentRIC research and evaluation projects Core responsibilities include delivering high‑quality literature reviews; preparing ethics and research governance applications; coordinating projects; and engaging with stakeholders, including patients, health professionals and charities. You will also develop study protocols, support recruitment processes, collect data through interviews, focus groups and surveys, and undertake quantitative and qualitative analysis. Additional responsibilities include grant development, report writing, publications and dissemination through presentations. You will have strong qualitative research skills and some experience of quantitative methods such as surveys. Excellent communication and academic writing skills are essential, as is the ability to present research to both specialist and non‑specialist audiences at local, national and international conferences. Experience of working with a range of stakeholders—including patients as research partners, healthcare professionals and charities—is required. Knowledge of psychosocial aspects of cancer and experience of implementing research in clinical settings is desirable.  Effective collaboration is essential, both within the CentRIC team—which includes researchers, administrative staff and web developers—and with external partners and members of the public/service users.  The post is based within the School of Health Sciences at one of the UK’s leading research universities, which offers excellent facilities and is recognised for its world‑class academic staff and strong national and international reputation.  This full‑time post is offered for one year initially, with the potential for extension subject to funding. Applicants nearing completion of a relevant PhD will be considered. A standard DBS check is required. Applicants are encouraged to contact Professor Claire Foster at   to discuss the position. 

(Fixed term for 12 months) Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today. We are seeking to appoint a Research Assistant to join Dr Olorunniji’s team based at the LJMU School of Pharmacy & Biomolecular Sciences to support the delivery of a 12-month project to investigate the interaction of large serine integrases and their directionality factors in regulating phage integration and excision. You will be responsible for the planning, design, and execution of the research programme, including preparing project reports and writing draft academic publications. Practical knowledge and research experience in molecular biology and/or nucleic acid biochemistry is essential, with experience of working with large serine integrases highly desirable. You should be eager to learn new skills and systems, and should have effective communication, teamworking and problem-solving skills. You will be actively involved in regular communication with the Rice lab (University of Chicago) and will collaborate in the preparation of scientific reports and manuscripts and participate in selected meetings and conferences. In return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies. This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do. If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you. The School/Department is committed to promoting equality and diversity, including the Athena SWAN Gender Equality charter for promoting the career of Women in STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) in higher education. We particularly welcome applications from women and other under-represented groups for this post, and all appointments will be made on merit.   Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated. LJMU are committed to adhering to the Principles set out in the Researcher Development Concordat; in line with this all fixed-term researchers will be supported to complete 10 days professional development activities per year (pro-rata).