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Postdoctoral Research Scientist
c. £28,400 pa

The Babraham Institute is a charity which is world renowned for its research in life sciences to enhance lives and improve wellbeing.

A postdoctoral research scientist position is available in the group of Heidi Welch to work on a BBSRC-funded project ‘Spatiotemporal Analysis of GPCR-Dependent Rac Signalling in Neutrophils’. The project focuses on GPCR signaling to the small G proteins Rac1 and Rac2 in neutrophils through guanine-nucleotide exchange factors (GEFs) of the P-Rex, Vav and DOCK families. It entails the use of a combination of cutting-edge FRET imaging in living primary neutrophils, mouse genetics, cell biology and biochemistry. Planned start date is November 2011.

Applicants must have a PhD in cell biology/biochemistry/pharmacology or related disciplines and have substantial experience in studying intracellular signalling pathways. Experience in live-cell FRET imaging would be highly advantageous. Informal enquiries may be made to Heidi Welch (heidi.welch@babraham.ac.uk). This is a limited-term contract with funding available for up to 3 years.

Starting salary will be according to qualifications and experience. Further information about Babraham can be found on our website (www.babraham.ac.uk). Application forms and further details are available on the website, via our 24-hour recruitment line (+44-1223-496365) or e-mail (babraham.personnel@babraham.ac.uk). On applying, please quote reference HW/BBSRC/ST. Closing date for completed applications is Friday 30th September 2011.

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The Babraham Institute receives strategic funding from the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council and is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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