Research Fellow in High-Speed Atomic Force Microscopy Methods Development

Research Fellow in High-Speed Atomic Force Microscopy Methods Development Leeds

University of Leeds
Full Time Leeds 36333 - 43155 GBP year Today
Job description

Are you an ambitious researcher looking for your next challenge? Are you interested in applying your research skills to develop new methods to improve resolution for healthcare applications? You will join an EPSRC Open Fellowship project in the group of George Heath which aims to develop new Atomic Force Microscopy methods to improve spatial resolution and quantitatively map interactions with microsecond and at sub-nanometre resolution. To better understand the behaviour of any disease and to develop treatment options for it, we need to understand processes occurring on the single molecule level as well as the cellular and tissue levels. However, biomolecules are highly dynamic and have complex structures which are difficult to observe simultaneously. Biomolecules such as DNA and proteins interact with many other molecules to perform their biological function. Exploiting these interactions with molecules such as drugs, to block or enhance function can be used to treat or prevent diseases. However, few experimental techniques can capture this information at the relevant spatiotemporal scales. In this project you will work experimentally develop AFM methods to enable near atomic resolution imaging of single biomolecules interacting with binding partners. With a PhD (or have submitted your thesis prior to taking up the appointment) in Physics, Chemistry, Biophysics or a related field, you will have experience in atomic force microscopy of biological samples and a developing track record of peer reviewed publications in international journals. We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements. What we offer in return 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) - That's 42 days a year! Generous pension scheme plus life assurance - the University contributes 21.6% of salary. Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls. Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team, and self-development courses including languages, Creative Writing, Wellbeing Therapies and much more. Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available. And much more! To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: , University Academic Fellow Tel: +44 (0)113 343 9718 or email: Location: Leeds - Main Campus Working time: 37.5 hours per week type: Fixed term (3 years due to grant funding) Interview date: To be confirmed £36,333 to £43,155 per annum (Grade 7) Jobs.ac.uk

Research Fellow in High-Speed Atomic Force Microscopy Methods Development
University of Leeds

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