Research Fellow

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Biosciences is one of the world’s foremost centres for research and teaching in the biological sciences and one of the largest Divisions within UCL, undertaking a significant amount of research and teaching. The Division has a diverse portfolio addressing all areas of biology from protein interactions to cell function, organism development, genetics, population studies and the environment. Computational modelling approaches are frequently used alongside experimental research programmes and much of our research crosses traditional boundaries, including the relationship of biodiversity to the health of the planet. Activity is underpinned by high calibre science technology platforms and state of the art equipment. Educational activity includes a range of undergraduate programmes, an expanding number of Masters Programmes and a substantial number of postgraduate research students.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the group of Kristine Arnvig at UCL’s department of structural and molecular biology.

The project aims to resolve the role of riboswitch-regulation of glycine metabolism in different pathogenic mycobacteria including Mycobacterium tuberculosis.

About the role

The main purpose of this position is to be an active member of a research team assisting in the planning and delivery of research into riboswitch regulation in pathogenic mycobacteria. The role specifically focusses on the RNA biology and RNA structure associated with M. tuberculosis metabolism.

Main duties include research in the Arnvig group including planning own day-to day activities and experiments, analysing data, and presenting results. The project includes, but is not limited to working in the CL3 lab, RNA biology, functional genomics and microbiology. Experiments may include isotope work and you will need to undergo local training for CL3 work and for handling radioactive isotopes.

This is a open ended role contract for 12 months, with the possibility of extension depending on funding.

Research Fellows - 'Appointment at Grade 7 is dependent upon having been awarded a PhD; if this is not the case, initial appointment will be at Grade 6B (salary £38,357 - £41,005 per annum) with payment at Grade 7 being backdated to the date of final submission of the PhD Thesis.'

This appointment is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Research and Professional Services Staff. Please visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/human-resources/conditions-service-research-teaching-and-professional-services-staff for more information.

A job description and person specification can be accessed at the bottom of this page.

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About you

You are a highly motivated and independent scientist, who can provide original contributions to the subject areas of mycobacterial RNA biology and RNA structure. Experience with RNA and computational biology essential. You have a PhD and postdoc experience in one of the relevant subject areas and a proven track record of working with RNA and computational biology. Experience in CL3 work and riboswitches is an advantage.

• You will assist the team in the development, planning and delivery of research funded by MRC
• You will be expected to produce independent and original contributions to the development of RNA structures in mycobacteria
• In addition to developing and conducting the research, you will communicate results as scientific papers and in scientific presentations at local, national, and international conferences.

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