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University of Warwick Campus, Coventry
School of Life Sciences
Full Time, Fixed Term
There is funding to appoint Fixed-term until 31st December 2026; the duration may be extended up to a maximum of 36 months, subject to sufficient funding and approval from the funder.
£33,966- £44,263 per annum
A BBSRC-funded Research Fellow position is available within the research group of Dr Cathy Slack to study how FOXO transcriptional complexes coordinate metabolic changes during ageing in Drosophila. The project is highly interdisciplinary and will utilise a combination of Drosophila genetics, in vivo confocal microscopy, and proteomics, with a particular focus on identifying novel FOXO protein-protein interactions.
The successful applicant will join the laboratory of Dr Cathy Slack within the School of Life Sciences (SLS) which is located within the vibrant research community on Gibbet Hill Campus alongside Warwick Medical School (WMS). SLS offers a world-class, multidisciplinary research environment with a large and thriving community of internationally renowned researchers. Research strengths within SLS cover a broad portfolio of cell and developmental biology, supported by cutting-edge computational and experimental facilities, including genomics, proteomics, biomedical services, and imaging. SLS also delivers excellent quality teaching using a blend of traditional and innovative teaching methods. Research Fellows within SLS are actively encouraged and supported to develop their broader academic profile by contributing to teaching at all levels through small group tutorials, practical sessions, and lectures.
The post is funded by a BBSRC Responsive Mode Award to investigate the mechanisms by which FOXO transcription factors coordinate gene expression with changes in the metabolic landscape, particularly during ageing. Our group aims to understand the molecular and cellular mechanisms that drive organismal ageing using Drosophila as a model system. You will join an international and well-resourced team of researchers with the opportunity to form interdisciplinary collaborations and to present at international meetings and conferences.
For informal enquiries and/or more details about the project, please contact: cathy.slack@warwick.ac.uk
You will have an excellent first degree in a relevant subject area (biochemistry, biological sciences, or similar), and have, or expect shortly to complete, a PhD. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Molecular/Cell/Developmental Biology, with experience in molecular biology techniques (PCR, qPCR, molecular cloning, protein expression) and imaging of cells/tissues in vivo or in cell culture.Previous experience working with a model organism (particularly Drosophila) is preferred, but not essential. A good knowledge of proteomics and/or protein-protein interaction techniques is highly desirable. Experience of working on an interdisciplinary scientific project is desirable, strong scientific interest and ability to work autonomously are essential.
If you are near submission or have recently submitted your PhD but have not yet had it conferred, any offers of employment will be made as Research Assistant at the top of level 5 of the University grade structure. Upon receipt of evidence of the successful award of your PhD, you will be promoted to Research Fellow on the first point of level 6 of the University grade structure.
School of Life Sciences
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Born in the 60s with a mindset of boldness, imagination and collaboration, the University of Warwick is a world-leading research-intensive university with the highest academic and research standards. We’re one of the world’s top universities, ranked 67th in the world and 10th in the UK*, with 92% of our research assessed to be ‘world leading or internationally excellent’**.
You'll be joining a diverse, innovative and globally connected community committed to igniting real world progress. Here at Warwick, we offer you opportunities to follow your ambitions as long as you bring the energy and determination to succeed.
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** Research Excellence Framework 2021
Applications should include a CV and a covering letter expressing the reasons for your interest in this post. Within this information you should demonstrate how you meet the requirements of this role by specific reference to each of the essential, and where applicable, desirable criteria detailed in the person specification.
Please note that if you do not evidence this it is possible that we may not be able to shortlist your application.
In your application, you can also include any career breaks you may have taken (e.g. parental/caring/long-term sick leave, part-time work, secondments) or any periods where you were unable or restricted to work because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Closing Date: 19th March 2024 by 11:55pm
The interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed.
We will provide you with a great range of benefits, which include an attractive pension scheme, 30 days holiday plus Christmas closure, excellent learning and development opportunities, and savings on a wide range of products and services. We offer a generous maternity/paternity/adoption/parental leave policy, and onsite childcare facilities.
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