Two one year post-doctoral positions funded by an ERC advanced grant are available to study the biochemistry, structure and biotechnological application of prFMN dependent enzymes. The research is carried out in the Manchester Insitute for Biotechnology (MIB). The goal of the project is to understand how prFMN dependent enzymes achieve reversible decarboxylation, using structural biology, kinetic and computational approaches. The post-doctoral fellows will study those prFMN dependent enzymes that function as carboxylases under physiological conditions, with the ultimate aim to capture CO2 as a building block. The fellows will take advantage of a wealth of preliminary data already gathered on these systems by our group, enabling them to make rapid progress with valididating our present hypothesis. Candidates should have a PhD in biochemistry or a related field with, ideally, a knowledge of enzymology, crystallography, or computational skills. Candidates must demonstrate excellent communication skills and ability to work closely and constructively with other PDRAs on this project.
The School of Chemistry is strongly committed to promoting equality and diversity, including the Athena SWAN Charter for gender equality in higher education. The School holds a Silver Award which recognises their good practice in relation to gender; including flexible working arrangements, family-friendly policies, and support to allow staff to achieve a good work-life balance. We particularly welcome applications from women for this post. Appointment will always be made on merit. For further information, please visit http://www.chemistry.manchester.ac.uk/about-us/athena-swan/
Blended working arrangements may be considered
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Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:
Name: Prof David Leys
Email: david.leys@manchester.ac.uk
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This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.
Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.
