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Job Description:
We are seeking to recruit a Research Associate to work with Dr Jake Baum and members of his group, to facilitate a large-scale drug screening program funded between the Gates Foundation and GlaxoSmithKline. The post holder will be based in the Department of Life Sciences, Sir Alexander Fleming Building at the South Kensington Campus of Imperial College London.
Malaria disease, caused by parasites from the genus Plasmodium, continues to inflict an enormous health burden worldwide. There is a growing awareness that key to a future eradication of the disease we will need a vibrant pipeline of new chemotherapeutic drugs that target different biological processes in the parasite. Of particular interest are drugs that target sexual development (especially gametogenesis) in the parasite. This on-going program in the Baum lab is undertaking cell-based screening assays to find compounds that inhibit sexual development.
Qualifications and Experience:
You must have a PhD (or equivalent) in Biochemistry, Molecular or Cellular Biology or a related subject. Extensive knowledge of malaria parasite biology; with a particular expertise in the sexual stages of the parasite; practical experience of in vitro tissue culture, recombinant DNA technology and general molecular biology methods are essential. You must have extensive knowledge of microbiological techniques. Experience of microscopy and plate-based screening assays as well as a background in antimalarial drug development would be highly desirable.
You must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to write clearly and succinctly for publication. A creative approach to problem solving, tenacity for challenging research and the ability to develop and apply new concepts, techniques and methods are essential. You must also be self-motivated, show initiative and be committed to meeting deadlines. The ability to work both independently or in a team and a commitment to the highest standards of laboratory work are also essential.
This is a full time position for up to 12 months until March 2017, with the possibility of further extension subject to the availability of funding. The candidate would need to be in position by 1st March 2016.
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Application Deadline - 04th February 2016
Reference Number - NS 2016 012 PB
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