Postdoctoral Scientist

University of Oxford -Investigative Medicine - RDM

Human Immunology Unit (HIU), WIMM, John Radcliffe Hospital, Headington, Oxford
Grade 8: £37,382 - £44,607 p.a.
We are seeking a senior Postdoctoral Scientist to join Dr Dong's Anti-viral T cell Group. The group is currently developing several collaborative projects with our partners in China, investigating immune correlates (immune genetic and cellular factors) with influenza virus infection, Hepatitis virus infection. The position requires a highly experienced cellular and/or molecular immunologist to oversee and develop the research programme for a number of projects.
A PhD in a relevant biological discipline with postdoctoral research experience, good communication, writing and presentation skills are essential. Expertise in a range of molecular biology, immunology and cell biology techniques would be advantageous.
The post is available for 3 years, and funding is provided by the Wellcome Trust Institutional Strategic Fund.
The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Monday 13 May 2013. You will be required to upload a CV and a supporting statement as part of your online application.

Scientific Officer

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine -Department of Immunology & Infection

Faculty of Infectious and Tropical Diseases
We are seeking to appoint a Scientific Officer to work on the development and implementation of serological assays for estimating malaria transmission intensity.
The post-holder will develop and conduct serological assays for assessment of antibody responses to malaria antigens, and subsequently record and carry out basic data processing of results. They will contribute to the maintenance of a malaria sample repository. In addition they will be required to train UK and overseas staff in serological assays.
The successful applicant will hold a degree in biology, biological sciences or microbiology or equivalent qualification in medical laboratory technology. Experience in performing routine immunological assays would be an advantage. S/he will be organised, able to adopt a precise and systematic approach to work with excellent data recording and basic computer literacy skills. The ability to communicate and work well within a laboratory community as well as willingness to travel is essential.
The post is funded by PATH Malaria Vaccine Initiative to 31 May 2014 in the first instance and is available immediately. Salary is on the Professional Support Pathway Grade 4 scale at £26,873 per annum (inclusive).
Applications should be made online via our website at jobs.lshtm.ac.uk. The closing date is 22 May 2013 and the reference for this post is CD-SO1. Online applications will be accepted by the automated system until 10:00pm of the closing date. Any queries regarding the application process may be addressed to jobs@lshtm.ac.uk.
The supporting statement section should set out how your qualifications, experience and training meet each of the selection criteria. Please provide one or more paragraphs addressing each criterion. The supporting statement is an essential part of the selection process and thus a failure to provide this information will mean that the application will not be considered. An answer to any of the criteria such as “Please see attached CV” will not be considered acceptable.
Please note that if you are shortlisted and are unable to attend on the interview date it may not be possible to offer you an alternative date.
The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine is committed to being an equal opportunities employer

Lectureship in Economics/Finance

Academic

Birkbeck College, University of London -Department of Economics, Mathematics and Statistics

Job Description

Department of Economics, Mathematics and Statistics
School of Business, Economics and Informatics
Lecturer A in Finance or Economics Ref: 10930
Fixed term for 3 years, full time position

The Department of Economics, Mathematics and Statistics invites applications for a Lectureship in Finance or Economics.

Candidate Requirements

Outstanding applicants with research interests in any areas of Finance and/or Economics are welcomed. Ability and willingness to teach in areas of Finance, including Mathematical Finance, is preferred. You will be expected to teach on the Department’s graduate and undergraduate programmes, to contribute to curriculum development, and to conduct and publish high quality research. You should hold a Ph.D. degree or be near completion.

About the Department

The Department of Economics, Mathematics and Statistics brings together research and teaching in Mathematics and Statistics, Economics and Finance within a single Department, creating significant interdisciplinary synergies. The success of the Department’s research strategy was confirmed in the 2008 RAE, where over 90% of Departmental staff were entered, and 70% of the work submitted was ranked of international excellence (3* or 4*).

The Department’s teaching is informed by the latest research and by the needs of employers from London’s dynamic financial services sector. Members of the academic staff have close links with the Treasury, the Bank of England and other financial institutions in the City.

Further Information

Salary Range: £34,307 rising to £39,274 per annum inclusive of London Allowance.
This post is being offered as a three year fixed term contract.

The initial salary award will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful applicant. The appointment may be subject to a probationary period of up to three years. Birkbeck also provides a generous defined benefit pension scheme, 31 days paid leave, flexible working arrangements and other great benefits.

Informal enquiries can be directed to Dr David Schroeder (d.schroeder@bbk.ac.uk) or Prof. John Driffill, Head of Department of Economics Mathematics and Statistics (j.driffill@bbk.ac.uk).

The closing date for completed applications is Sunday 28 April 2013

Interviews are expected to take place in late May or early June 2013
Position start date 1 September 2013

PhD Studentship

Brunel University -Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)

The School of Sport and Education is comprised of the Sport Sciences and Education subject areas, both of which have been consistently rated highly in national league tables. This reflects a strong tradition in Sport and Education coupled with significant recent investment in state-of-the-art sports and laboratory facilities for research and teaching. The School offers a vibrant mix of young researchers working alongside more experienced colleagues. Within Sport Sciences we have two research centres: the Brunel Centre for Sport Health and Wellbeing (BC^.SHaW) and the Centre for Sports Medicine and Human Performance (CSMHP). Within Education we have three research groups: Curriculum Adaptation and Educational Interventions (CAEI) including Brunel Able Children’s Education Centre (BACE); Education, Identities and Social Inclusion (EISI) and Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), including Pedagogy and Professional Practice (PPP). As part of our vision for 2014 and beyond, we are looking to continue development in these areas.
The research group Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) including (PPP) is looking to recruit one PhD student with interest in the following topic:

• Dr Gwen Ineson and Dr Heather Mendick invite applicants for a PhD studentship commencing 1^st October 2013 relating to a professional practice and policy evaluation project entitled “Developing Young Children’s Number Sense Post National Numeracy Strategy”. The successful candidate will carry out in-depth qualitative research in year 4 classes in two schools to explore how calculation policy and practice impact on young children’s relationship with numeracy in the classroom context. The recently proposed mathematics curriculum emphasises Michael Gove’s interest in ‘traditional’ skills. The result of this is likely to be a reduced focus in classrooms on building ‘number sense’ and thus it is timely to re-explore the impact of current policies and practices on how young children develop their sense of numeracy. For informal discussions about this project, please contact Dr Gwen Ineson by e-mail at gwen.ineson@brunel.ac.uk ; 

Eligibility Applicants must have a good undergraduate degree (upper second or first) in a Sport Sciences or related discipline and preferably hold a relevant master’s degree. Studentships of £12,980 plus Home/EU tuition fees for a maximum of three years are available to support successful applicants. Each student is required to contribute 150 hours towards the teaching- and learning-related activities of the School of Sport and Education in each academic year.
How to Apply If you wish to apply, please e-mail the following to sse-pgrcourses@brunel.ac.uk by 12 Noon on Friday 10^th May 2013:

• An up-to-date CV;
• Information about the teaching and learning activities you have experience in and/or could support;
• A single-page A4 single-spaced personal statement stating the name of the project at the top of the page setting out why you are a suitable candidate. If you are applying for more than one project you will need to provide a personal statement for each application;
• Names and contact details for three referees (two academic and one personal).

For further information, please contact our Research Administrator on +44 (0)1895 266 492 or

Accounts Assistant

Regent's College -Finance Department

About the role We are recruiting for an Accounts Assistant to assist in the smooth running of the Finance Department, providing an excellent service to the University’s 7 schools serving approximately 4000 students and 500 staff members.
You will post all monthly internal charges and carry out all reconciliations necessary to enable management accounts to be issued. Other duties include posting of inter-company charges to the SUN accounts system, creating new bank details for the BACs run and processing company credit card expenses.
The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar finance related role with demonstrable knowledge of using databases (data entry, data retrieval and running standard reports). Excellent customer service, organisational and communication skills are all essential.
We are an equal opportunities employer and are happy to consider applications from all individuals who meet the person specification.
Grade D Salary & Benefits £24,000 per annum
As well as an exceptional location and a supportive, collegiate working culture, the College can offer the right candidate an excellent package of benefits including 30 days leave (plus public holidays and Christmas closure), pension contributions of up to 10% of salary, and generous health and wellbeing benefits.

 Job Description Please click here for a full job description and person specification

To apply, a letter of application detailing how you meet the requirements of the person specification which can be viewed online together with your CV should be sent to recruitment@regents.ac.uk.
Please clearly state the reference code as indicated and current salary.
Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, then unfortunately your application has not been successful.
Closing date Tuesday, 30th April 2013 (12pm) midday
Provisional Interview date TBC
Vacancy Number Ref: RC13/37/FIN

Research Associate Defining innate and adaptive immune functions of plasmacytoid dendritic cells in atherosclerosis University of Glasgow -College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences

Research Associate

Defining innate and adaptive immune functions of plasmacytoid dendritic cells in atherosclerosis

University of Glasgow -College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences

RI INFECTION IMMUNITY & INFLAMMATION
Job Purpose

To conduct, manage and publish research in line with the objectives defined in the project description and with the overall objectives of Maffia / Garside / Brewer and Professor Ziad Mallat (University of Cambridge) research groups. The project will involve defining innate and adaptive immune functions of plasmacytoid dendritic cells in atherosclerosis.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1. Lead aspects of assigned research to contribute to knowledge in the field of cardiovascular immunology in support of the College/Institute research group strategies.

2. Plan, design and implement projects or parts of projects, in conjunction with line manager, PI and collaborators as appropriate.

3. Write and submit applications for Ethics and Research Management approval, as appropriate and in conjunction with PIs.

4. Undertake fieldwork-based research. Maintenance of core facility equipment/resources: ranging from maintenance of cryotome, incubators and molecular biology equipment to training in/care of complex imaging systems and maintaining transgenic animal colonies.

5. Manage data handling and interpretation of research results and take the lead in writing papers for publication in appropriate peer-reviewed journals.

6. Choose appropriate research methods and ensuring quality control.

7. Contribute to the Health and Safety Management and Risk Analysis of the Group.

8. Establish and maintain an expert reputation and track record of publications in field/discipline.

9. Collaborate with colleagues and participate in team meetings/discussions and Institutional research group activities.

10. Present work at internal and external seminars and national/international conferences to enhance the profile of the research group.

11. Contribute to the organisation of project-related workshops, seminars or conferences.

12. Contribute to identifying potential funding sources and making applications to support future research funding.

13. Lead or participate in the supervision and training of junior research staff, undergraduate or postgraduate students, and/or technical staff.

14. Keeping up-to-date with recent literature and advances in the field/discipline.

15. Contribute to the development of new ideas or approaches and develop new lines of investigation or activity supportive of the Institute research strategy.

16. Contribute to teaching and/or administration as assigned by line manager or Director.

17. Participating in College, Staff Development Service and other required training programs.

18. To contribute to the enhancement of the University’s international profile in line with the University’s Strategic Plan, Glasgow 2020 – A Global Vision.

Standard Terms & Conditions

Terms & Conditions
Salary will be on the University’s Research and Teaching Grade, level 7, £32,267 - £36,298 per annum.

This position is funded for 3 years.

New entrants to the University will be required to serve a probationary period of 6 months.

The successful applicant will be eligible to join the Universities' Superannuation Scheme. Further information regarding the scheme is available from the Superannuation Officer, who is also prepared to advise on questions relating to the transfer of Superannuation benefits.

All research and related activities, including grants, donations, clinical trials, contract research, consultancy and commercialisation are required to be managed through the University’s relevant processes (e.g. contractual and financial), in accordance with the University Court’s policies.

Vacancy Ref: 003600, Closing date: 5 May 2013.

Postdoctoral Research Assistant - Spiny Solanum Phylogenetics and Taxonomy

The Natural History Museum

Salary: £28,302
Contract: 36 month Fixed Term Contract
Closing date: 25 April 2013
The Natural History Museum is one of the world’s leading museums, internationally recognised for its dual role as a centre of excellence in scientific research and as a leader in the presentation of natural history through exhibitions, public programmes, publications and the web.
We are seeking to recruit a Postdoctoral Research Assistant to undertake research in flowering plant family Solanaceae (the nightshades). Your primary focus will be on the taxonomy and phylogenetics of key groups of spiny solanums (Solanum subgenus Leptostemonum), particularly in the Old World tropics outside Africa, but also in the New World Tropics. You will prepare the results of your research for publication and present these at national and international meetings and conferences.
The successful candidate will have the desire to integrate molecular and morphological research in taxonomy in novel ways and to improve the collections to Solananceae held at the Museum through research and collecting.
You will need a PhD in Biology or related subject, or equivalent relevant experience


 


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