The successful candidate must have a PhD in Theoretical Chemistry or Computational Biophysics and strong background and experience in classical statistical mechanics and computer simulation. In addition, knowledge of membrane protein biophysics would be desirable.

Application
Informal enquiries and applications should be made to Dr Carmen Domene (e-mail: carmen.domene@chem.ox.ac.uk) Interested candidates should email a letter of application and a CV.

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Most species of invertebrate animals cannot synthesise sterols (e.g. cholesterol) and rely on a dietary source. Plant pest insects and plant parasitic nematodes obtain their sterols (e.g. sitosterol) from the plants. Without chemical modification, these plant sterols cannot satisfy the sterol requirement for normal growth of the invertebrates, which have a specific need for a cholesterol-like sterol. Thus, such organisms must dealkylate plant sterols (e.g. sitosterol, C29) to yield cholesterol (C27). Most studies of the dealkylation pathway have been undertaken in plant-pest insects, as well as in the model nematode species, Caernorhabditis elegans. The conversion (dealkylation) of sitosterol to cholesterol occurs via a four-step pathway, which has been demonstrated in the microsomal membranes in insect midgut. The current project aims to clone and characterise the genes encoding the four enzymes catalysing the dealkylation reactions from the silkworm, Bombyx mori and to model the proteins.

You will join a particularly active multi-disciplinary laboratory within a modern, well equipped building, that incorporates Core Facilities in post-genomic technologies, including Non-Invasive Cell Imaging, Functional Proteomics, Transcriptomics, Transgenic Plants and Structural Biology (biological NMR).

You should have (or be about to obtain) a Ph.D. in an appropriate biological science and experience of molecular biology is essential. The post is funded by The Leverhulme Trust for up to two years, commencing as soon as possible.

Informal enquiries prior to application may be made to Prof H H Rees (reeshh@liv.ac.uk).

For full details, or to request an application pack, visit
www.liv.ac.uk/university/jobs.html or e-mail jobs@liv.ac.uk ; Tel 0151 794 2210 (24 hr answerphone),
please quote Ref: B/991 in all enquiries

Application Deadline: 04 May 2007

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As part of the recent EPSRC/GlaxoSmithKline-sponsored initiative in Array Chemistry, this position is available under the supervision of Dr Steve Marsden and Professor Adam Nelson.

A postdoctoral research fellowship is available to develop novel synthetic methodologies appropriate for array synthesis and to use these methodologies in array synthesis of drug-like molecules.

The research effort will be based in alternating years at Leeds and at GlaxoSmithKline’s Stevenage research centre. A commitment to complete periods of work at both sites will be highly important. You will have, or be about to obtain, a PhD in synthetic organic chemistry and will have a strong interest in synthetic organic chemistry and the mechanisation/automation of synthesis and purification. You will also have good IT skills in order to handle large amounts of data.

This post is available from 01 April 2007, or as soon as possible thereafter, for a period of up to 4 years (dependent on starting salary).

The programme also has funding for two 4-year PhD research studentships, more information on these can be seen here.

The research fellowship will be on a University contract with a salary on the University Grade 6 (£20,842 – £25,633p.a) or Grade 7 (£26,402 – £28,010 p.a) depending upon experience.
Fellows will also be paid a salary enhancement whilst working at GlaxoSmithKline.

Informal enquiries regarding this position may be directed to Dr Steve Marsden, School of Chemistry, University of Leeds, Leeds, LS2 9JT, tel 0113 343 6425, email s.p.marsden@leeds.ac.uk

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Closing date 19 February 2007

Application packs for the Research Fellow post may be obtained from Mrs G Cole, School of Chemistry, University of Leeds, Leeds, LS2 9JT, tel 0113 343 6555, e-mail gailc@chem.leeds.ac.uk . To apply on line please visit http://www.leeds.ac.uk and click on jobs

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Fixed Term to 30 September 2009

BIONET is a ‘Coordination Action’ funded under the Sixth Framework Programme to research the ethical governance of biological and biomedical research in China and to run workshops and conferences. It includes 21 partners, including 6 Chinese institutions, and nine European countries. BIOS at LSE is the lead partner. You will undertake research, data analysis, writing and publication within the framework of BIONET, assist with project organization and management, and develop and undertake individual research relevant to the aims and objectives of BIONET.

You should have a good first degree, a doctorate in a relevant field in the social sciences, and experience in undertaking and managing research projects, report writing and publication. An interest in the ethics of biomedical research and clinical practice is essential, as is an interest in China, although previous knowledge or experience of research in China is not essential. Chinese language skills are not essential.

You will work in one of the UKs leading interdisciplinary research centres for the study of the life sciences and society, in one of the world’s finest social science institutions, and will be expected to participate fully in the life of the Centre and of the School

For a full application pack, please see the instructions of how to apply, the job description person specification and further particulars and the personal details form.

If you cannot download the pack, email HR.Recruit.Res@lse.ac.uk or call 020 7955 6737 quoting reference 07/06/RES

Closing date for receipt of applications is: 9 November 2006

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PhD Studentships at Glamorgan Business School As part of its long term research strategy Glamorgan Business School is seeking to award a number of additional PhD studentships.

Successful candidates will receive a bursary of £5,000 pa for up to three years together with paid teaching and student support activities that should bring annual incomes up to around £12,000 pa.

Whilst outstanding applicants will be considered in any area of business research, preference will be given to those proposing to work in one of the Schools research priority areas which include:

Potential applicants may wish to discuss their proposals in advance with the School`s Head of Research Prof. Stephen Hill (shill1@glam.ac.uk).

Please mark clearly on the application that you wish to be considered for a studentship.

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