Post-Doctoral Researcher

The Ganley Lab is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to investigate how distinct autophagy pathways are coordinated with mitophagy at the molecular level.

Your priorities will include:

• Biochemical and cell biological characterisation of autophagy/mitophagy in vitro and in vivo.
• Public and patient involvement and engagement presentations.
• Dissemination of protocols and data openly and through formal peer-reviewed publications.
• Advising and mentoring undergraduate and PhD students.

Who we’re looking for:

• PhD in cell biology, biochemistry, or a related discipline and a publication record in internationally recognised peer-reviewed journals.
• Have an interest in signal transduction research and how disruptions of these pathways are linked to human disease.
• Ability to work independently but also within a team, and an open and collaborative approach to science.
• Excellent communication skills and knowledge of the English language are essential.

MRC Protein Phosphorylation and Ubiquitylation Unit (MRC PPU): The MRC Protein Phosphorylation and Ubiquitylation Unit (PPU) is internationally recognized as a leading centre for research into protein phosphorylation and ubiquitylation (http://www.ppu.mrc.ac.uk/).

To find out more about MRC PPU please visit https://www.ppu.mrc.ac.uk/

As an internationally diverse institution, we welcome job applicants from all countries and nationalities. The Faculty of Life Sciences is proud to employ staff from over 40 different nations.

The diversity of our staff and students helps to make the University of Dundee a UK university of choice for undergraduate, postgraduate and distance learning. Family friendly policies, staff networks for BME, Disabled and LGBT staff, membership of Athena SWAN, the ECU Race Equality Charter and Stonewall as well a full range of disability services, create an enjoyable and inclusive place to work.

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