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Research Fellow Position, University of Leeds, UK

Faculty of Biological Sciences
Institute of Membrane and Systems Biology
Research Fellow (Ion Channel Trafficking & Protein Partners)
Full-time, fixed term, 34 months
Project Title: Targeting & Protein Partnership of an Intracellular P2X Receptor in Dictyostelium discoideum

You will investigate trafficking and functional protein interactions of an ATP-gated ion channel (P2X receptor) in the model amoeba system Dictyostelium discoideum. The receptor is localised exclusively to the inside of the cell, where it regulates the activity of the contractile vacuole (Fountain et al., 2007 Nature). This project will elucidate how the receptor is localised to the vacuole and investigate how the receptor can regulate vacuolar function.
An opportunity exists for an ambitious and highly motivated scientist with experience in protein chemistry and confocal microscopy. You will have a first degree and PhD or equivalent in Biochemistry, Cell Biology, molecular biosciences, or a closely allied discipline, an ability to work independently and as part of a multidisplinary research team and a drive to publish in high quality scientific journals. Strong organisational, presentation and communication skills are essential.
University Grade 7 (£28,290 - £33,780 p.a.) It is likely that an appointment will be made at £28,997 p.a. since there are funding limitations which dictate the level at which the appointment can start.

For informal enquiries send an Email to Dr. Samuel Fountain. An application form and job details can be accessed on this site by clicking on 'jobs'. Alternatively these may be obtained from Mr Alex Bateman, Faculty Staff Recruitment Office, tel +44 (0)113 343 8040.

Job ref 313331 Closing date 5 September 2008

(posted August 8, 2008)

Post-Doctoral Positions, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Two post-doctoral positions are available in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada. Successful applicants will join a group studying the roles of Ras sub-family proteins in signal transduction during early development in Dictyostelium. Of particular emphasis is the nature of the functional specificities of the various Ras proteins and their interactions with upstream and downstream effectors.

The positions are funded by a recently obtained, five year operating grant from CIHR. The laboratory is located in the newly constructed, award winning Life Sciences Centre, with excellent facilities and a stimulating research environment.

Applicants must have a PhD and experience in molecular or cell biology.

For more information, please contact: Gerry Weeks
If wishing to apply, include a CV with the names of 3 referees.

(posted July 1, 2008)

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