Job Title: Postdoctoral Project Research Scientist – McTernan lab
Reporting to: Charlie McTernan, Group Leader
Contract: full‑time, fixed term (15 months) on Crick terms and conditions of employment.
Closing date: 3rd December at 23:59.
About us
The Francis Crick Institute is Europe’s largest biomedical research institute under one roof. Our world‑class scientists and staff collaborate on vital research to help prevent, diagnose and treat illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, infectious diseases and neurodegenerative conditions.
About the role
The McTernan Group are a synthetic chemistry group working in supramolecular and biological chemistry, and nanotechnology. We look at how we can apply Supramolecular Chemistry in Biological settings.
Details of research projects currently being undertaken can be seen at: mcternanresearchgroup.com
The Project
This project is a translational and basic research project, looking to apply supramolecular chemistry to create mechanically interlocked peptides, with targeted applications in supramolecular drug delivery systems.
What you will be doing
Investigating research questions and developing specific research project(s) under guidance from Group Leader.
Providing specialist advice and guidance, sharing knowledge and expertise for the benefit of others.
Providing a significant contribution to the production of research papers for publication, presenting findings to group members and other internal and external audiences.
Develop ideas for generating research income, and present detailed research proposals.
Act as a source of information and advice to other members of the group on scientific protocols and experimental techniques.
Have a pro‑active approach to the management of health and safety protocols and play a leading role within the group in ensuring compliance with safety policy.
Acting as a leader within the group, helping to maintain a collaborative, kind, and supportive research environment; helping group members to achieve their potential.
About you
PhD in Synthetic Organic Chemistry and/or Chemical Biology and/or Supramolecular Chemistry and/or Solid‑Phase Peptide Synthesis or related field.
Expertise in organic synthesis at a high level.
Track record of writing papers as evidenced by impactful publications in refereed journals or submitted manuscripts.
Evidence of data presentation at scientific meetings.
Evidence of ability to supervise and educate junior co‑workers and take part in joint projects.
Be willing to lead the organisation and management of the laboratory, assuming a share of group responsibilities, showing excellent organisational and leadership skills.
A pro‑active approach to management of laboratory safety.
*Minimum requirements
About Working at the Crick
At the Francis Crick Institute, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to driving innovation and scientific discovery. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed, regardless of their background, identity, or personal circumstances. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all genders, ethnicities, abilities, and experiences. We are a Disability Confident: committed employer and want to ensure that everyone can apply and be part of our recruitment processes and so we’ll make reasonable adjustments if you need them – just let us know when you apply. If you need assistance with applying (i.e., would like to apply by phone or post) please email: karen.au@crick.ac.uk
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