Postdoctoral Fellow position Molecular Biology / Biochemistry at Bangor University

Job Number: BU00207

Purpose of the Job
The post is part of a team working in the area of genome stability mediated by DNA repair mechanisms. The project is lab based and includes molecular biological, genetic and biochemical techniques.
Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Taking responsibility for the key aspects of the research project;
• Gathering and analysis of data relating to the research aims of the project and actively supporting the principal investigator in developing new techniques;
• Communicating research related issues to the group leader, Dr Oliver Fleck;
• Actively contributing to the organisation and infrastructure of the Institute;
• Assisting and training students of the group in lab techniques where appropriate;
• Contributing towards the dissemination of research outputs;
• Presenting results on scientific meetings and internal group meetings;
• Carrying out additional duties related to the research of the group as required.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• The post holder will have the opportunity to participate in performance review and developmental activities;
• The post holder will be expected to comply with the University’s equality policies and statements, Dignity at Work and Study Policy and the University’s Welsh Language Scheme;
• The post holder has a general and legal duty of care in relation to health, safety and wellbeing and must take all reasonable steps to ensure a safe and healthy working environment for him/her self and for other members of staff, students and visitors affected by his/her actions or inactions. The post holder is also required to comply with all applicable health and safety policies, procedures and risk assessments;
• The post holder must comply with relevant legal and financial policies and procedures and be aware of their responsibilities in terms of the legal requirements of their posts.

Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential

• A PhD in a relevant subject in molecular biology or biochemistry;
• Research background in relevant area.

Experience/Knowledge
Essential

• Experience in research, including design of experiments, data collection and analysis, and report writing;
• The ability to undertake quantitative analysis /strong research method and skill analysis.

Desirable

• Proven track record of publications in quality journals;
• Proven track record of conference presentations.

Skills/Abilities
Essential

• Demonstrate good and effective communication (oral and written) skills;
• Demonstrate good analytical skills, and present results appropriately;
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritise work load and work to deadlines;
• Demonstrate ability to work as part of a team;
• Demonstrate good interpersonal skills.

Desirable

• Ability to publish scientific data;
• Demonstrate proven project management skills;
• Demonstrate good computer skills, including standard software programs;
• Demonstrate an understanding of the bilingual nature of the institution and the area.

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