The Drug Discovery Unit (DDU) (seehttp://www.drugdiscovery.dundee.ac.uk) is a fully integrated drug discovery operation based within a world class Life Sciencesresearch environment. Its remit is to complement BioPharma activities by tackling both neglected diseases (tuberculosis, trypanosomiasis, leishmaniasis and malaria) and early stage small molecule validation of novel targets & mechanisms across a range of potential therapeutics areas. The DDU works to Biotech style philosophy and standards incorporating, dynamic, goal driven project management based on Target Product Profiles and Compound Selection Criteria. The project goals are therapeutic area dependent but range from quality leads demonstrating disease model proof of concept, through to pre-clinical candidates.
Dundee, set on the east-coast of Scotland, lies in an area of outstanding natural beauty, including large sandy beaches and challenging hills. Rainfall charts show this is one of the sunniest and driest places in the UK.
We are currently looking for a highly motivated biologist to be part of a BioPharma experienced, multi-disciplinary team in the DDU investigating Mycobacterium tuberculosis. The post is available immediately. Salary will depend on experience, but will be up to a maximum of £37,768. This is a unique opportunity to gain experience in industry-style drug discovery within an academic setting.
Job Title : Biologist
College/SASS : School of Life Sciences
School/Directorate : Drug Discovery Unit
Grade : Grade 7 (£30,738 - £37,768)
Job Category : Research
Responsibilities :
- Developing, assessing and proposing credible molecular targets
- Developing relevant bacterial, mammalian cell based and biochemical assays
- Screening and profiling novel compounds
- Designing and performing detailed mechanism of action studies
- Playing leadership roles in program teams or cross-discipline workgroups
- Providing innovative ideas in the development of the unit’s capabilities
- Culturing human cell lines
- Carrying out data analysis and relevant quality assurance protocols
- Working collaboratively with members of the Drug Discovery Unit and academic or industrial collaborators to support drug discovery programs
Qualifications :
- A first or second degree in Biochemistry, pharmacology or other relevant biological discipline
- Experience in a wide range of molecular biological techniques is essential
- Experience of working with both bacterial and human cultures is desirable
- Competency in a range of Assay techniques
- Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
- A demonstrated ability to work in an organised manner and to standard operating procedures is essential
- Experience of working in drug discovery is highly desired but is not essential
- An ability to be proactive, productive and to work effectively in teams is required.
How to apply : Click here to apply online!!
Closing Date : 3 January 2016
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