Research Fellow in Tuberculosis

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The role

A Postdoctoral Research Fellow position is available in the team led by Dr Dany Beste at the University of Surrey to work on an exciting 3-year MRC funded research project focused on fundamental biology of the tuberculosis bacillus. The work is focused on characterising a newly discovered system that regulates metabolic pathways and virulence factors that are essential for Mycobacterium tuberculosis to cause disease. 

As a group we are applying an integrated systems approach of microbiology, biochemistry, molecular biology, multi-omics and mathematical modelling to understanding the role of metabolic pathways in the virulence and antimicrobial susceptibility of mycobacteria with the overall goal of developing novel anti-TB drugs.

This is a multi-disciplinary collaborative project with the University of California and therefore will involve national and international travel. We would like to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated scientist with a PhD in molecular biology or a related discipline capable of trail-blazing our research. Ideally applicants should have published (or be about to publish) in peer-reviewed journals. 

For us it is critical that the candidate is a team player with good communication skills to fit into our enthusiastic, collegiate, and supportive research team. Our laboratory is located at the beautiful Stag Hill campus of the University of Surrey in the heart of Guildford. 

What we can offer

In addition to salary, you will receive a generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days holiday plus 7 university closure days and 8 bank holidays, a generous pension, access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes, and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.

How to apply

To apply please upload your CV and a cover letter via the University website. You will also be asked to address some brief questions to help us assess your suitability for the position.

For an informal discussion, please contact Dr Dany Beste via email at d.beste@surrey.ac.uk

The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We value everyone in our community and are seeking to increase the diversity. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.

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