University of Manchester
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A Research Associate position is available for a synthetic chemist to investigate the use of biocatalysts for the development of biocatalytic synthetic methodologies with particular application towards the synthesis of new modality drug targets, funding for this project is provided by an EPSRC Prosperity Partnership award, co-funded by the BBSRC and AstraZeneca.
You should have a PhD or equivalent in Chemistry with a proven track record in areas such as synthetic organic chemistry, and ideally experience in biocatalyst optimisation via directed evolution/protein engineering. You should be capable of working under your own initiative but also collaborating with research partners both in Manchester and at partner institutions so excellent communication and organisational skills are also required.
The School 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 achieve a good work-life balance. We particularly welcome applications from women for this post. All appointment will 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
Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.
Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:
Name: Prof Nicholas Turner
Email: nicholas.turner@manchester.ac.uk
General enquiries:
Email: hrservices@manchester.ac.uk
Technical support:
Email: universityofmanchester@helpmeapply.co.uk
Tel: 0161 850 2004
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.
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