Research Fellow In Vivo Pharmacologist - University of Nottingham

Vacancy Reference Number

MED431918

Closing Date

2 Jan 2019

Salary

£30,395 to £32,236 per annum (pro-rata if applicable) depending on skills and experience

Address

School of Life Sciences, University of Nottingham

Duration

Fixed term until July 2021

Location: UK Other

Applications are invited for the above post in the The Centre of Membrane Proteins and Receptors (COMPARE), School of Life Sciences within the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences. The purpose of the role is establish novel genetic approaches to interrogate GPCR signalling in vivo and to set up a platform to translate in vitro findings of GPCR function and regulation into relevant animal models of disease. The role will involve cell-based and in vivo pharmacology to investigate GPCRs involved in CNS disorders and pain.

The role holder will work with a dynamic multi-disciplinary group that includes pharmacologists, cell biologists, biochemists and direct communication with clinicians. The role holder will be expected to present results at internal and external scientific meetings, write reports and papers, participate in writing grants, and be involved in supervision of undergraduate and PhD students.

Candidates should have a PhD or equivalent in pharmacology, neuroscience or related discipline.

This full-time fixed-term post is available from date of appointment for 24 months, post must start by August 2019 as funding ends in July 2021. Job share arrangements may be considered.

COMPARE is a unique collaboration between the universities of Birmingham and Nottingham. Bringing together leading researchers, keen on developing novel methods for visualising single membrane proteins, as well as identifying new approaches for the prevention and treatment of cancer and cardiovascular disease.

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Informal enquiries may be addressed to Professor Meritxell Canals, 0115 82 30467, meritxell.canals@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this Email address will not be accepted.

It is a condition of this post that satisfactory basic disclosure is obtained.

Further details:

The University of Nottingham is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

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Contact Details

Professor Meritxell Canals: meritxell.canals@nottingham.ac.uk
0115 82 30467