An ambitious EC-funded research initiative on epigenetics advancing towards systems biology

UCL Cancer

Description

Applications are invited for the position of postdoctoral research associate at UCL Cancer Institute, London, UK working within the research team of Dr. Steen Ooi. The laboratory focuses on understanding the nature and mechanisms regulating epigenetic information in mammalian cells, with an emphasis on DNA methylation.

The applicant is expected to undertake and develop European Research Council (ERC)-funded research projects and collaborate with other group members, contribute to other projects in the lab and assume responsibility for some aspects of general lab management. Opportunities will also arise for student mentoring. The position is initially funded for 3 years. The successful applicant will investigate the mechanism underlying sex-specific differences in the ability of pluripotent stem cells to correctly regulate patterns of DNA methylation.

The successfulcandidate must have or be in the process of submitting a PhD in a relevant biological science, and should have a proven record of completion of research projects by publishing in peer reviewed journals (atleast under revision). The candidate will be expected to work independently and should have significant experience in molecular biology, gene targeting andtissue culture. Experience with TALEN/CRISPR/Cas-based methods for genome engineering, retrovirus production and transduction is highly desirable. Outstanding candidates with strong publication records and expertise in other areas may also be considered.

UCL Cancer Institute is rapidly increasing in stature as a world-class research institute with excellent infrastructure, organization and access to expertise and equipment relevant to the successful applicant’s research. It is located in the heart of London, an international city renowned for its cosmopolitan lifestyle, culture, entertainment and night-life and is readily accessible to major transportation hubs (including St. Pancras International Train station). UCL provides a number of career development workshops aimed at developing various skill sets such as grant writing and communication and mentoring that the successful applicant will be strongly encouraged to exploit.

Qualifications

PhD

Salary

UCL Grade 7: £32,375 - £39,132 (inclusive of London Allowance)

Application details

Please apply by sending your CV and publication list together with a motivation letter to:
Dr. Steen Ooi - This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Relavant web link: http://www.ucl.ac.uk/cancer/research-groups/epigenetic-signaling/index.html

Starting date: 26th August 2013
Closing date: 30th September 2013