Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join the group of Dr Lianne Willems (https://www.york.ac.uk/chemistry/staff/academic/t-z/lwillems/) in the Department of Chemistry at the University of York. The Willems group has a particular interest in the study of glycans and carbohydrate-active enzymes in relation to human disease. Supported by the Department’s research strengths in Chemical and Structural Biology, you will be involved in cutting-edge research in the field of chemical glycobiology. The goal of this project is to develop cell-based assays to study the function of a set of enzymes involved in glycan biosynthesis, aiming to gain novel insights into the roles these proteins play in disease pathology.
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The purpose of this post is to conduct research to develop novel methodology to enable the manipulation and monitoring of a set of glycosyltransferases and corresponding cell-surface glycans in human cell lines. You will make use of genetic techniques as well as chemical tools developed by other lab members. Working both individually and collaboratively as part of multidisciplinary teams, the position offers the opportunity to advance your knowledge and skills in a variety of chemical biology approaches. You will provide guidance and support to other lab members as required and will contribute to the dissemination of research data through publications, presentations and outreach activities. The role will also involve some organisational and administrative activities connected to the research project and, where appropriate, assisting with the development of new research projects and proposals.
The post is available full-time with flexibility for up to 48 months
Interview date: 28 January 2020
For informal enquiries: please contact Dr Lianne Willems (lianne.willems@york.ac.uk)
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