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University of Southampton - Bioengineering and Human factors, Faculty of Engineering and the Environment. Qualification type: PhD Location: Southampton Funding for: UK Students, EU Students Funding amount: The funding covers EU/UK fees and stipend in line with EPSRC rates Hours: Full Time Placed on: 11th February 2015 Expires: 11th May 2015 Reference: EngSci-BIO-127 Deadline: Applications will be accepted at any time until the position is filled. Microfluidic Single-Cell Arrays for Stem Cell Heterogeneity Studies In recent years an unexpected degree of variation in the response of genetically identical cells to biochemical signals has been discovered, which is highly relevant for stem cell research in general and regenerative medicine in particular. Traditional bulk assays do not give useful information because they present a read-out that is the average of many different cells. Heterogeneous cell populations should hence be studied at the single-cell level, preferably in a high-througput format that can address many individual cells simultaneously. This PhD project concerns the development of microfluidic cell arrays, where hundreds of cells are individually positioned by hydrodynamic forces, for the characterization of signalling heterogeneity in populations of mesenchymal stem cells. The project will seek to determine heterogeneity in the response to agents, delivered to the stem cells by nanoparticles, that can guide stem cell differentiation for regenerative medicine strategies. The PhD student will fabricate the cell traps with established soft lithography methods, will manipulate the cell samples and optimize their on-chip arraying, and will analyze the optical microscopy data with semi-automated image processing methods. We are thus looking for an engineer with a strong interest in biomedical applications or for a biochemist/biomedical scientist with an affinity for bioengineering approaches. You will work on the microfluidic cell arrays in a large interdisciplinary research group - Hybrid Biodevices (http://www.southampton.ac.uk/ifls/research/ifls/hybridbiodevices.page) - that operates at the interface between the Life Sciences and Electronic Engineering, and you will work on the stem cell cultures in the Centre for Human Development, Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine (http://www.southampton.ac.uk/chdscr/), under the supervision of Dr Maurits de Planque (Electronics and Computer Science - http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/people/mdp) and Dr Nick Evans (Faculty of Medicine and Faculty of Engineering -http://www.southampton.ac.uk/medicine/about/staff/ndevans.page). Southampton's School of Electronics and Computer Science is one of the foremost Electronics and Electrical Engineering departments in the UK (see http://www.ecs.soton.ac.uk/about) with a strong commitment to research at the Life Sciences Interface through the Institute for Life Sciences (http://www.southampton.ac.uk/ifls/) , which also encapsulates the Bioengineering research of the Faculties of Medicine and Engineering. If you wish to discuss any details of the project informally, please contact Maurits de Planque, ECS, Email: mdp@ecs.soton.ac.uk Tel +44 (0)23 8059 9307 or Nick Evans, Bioengineering Sciences research group, Email: n.d.evans@soton.ac.uk, Tel: +44 (0) 23 8120 3293

University of Southampton Qualification type: PhD Location: Southampton Funding for: UK Students, EU Students Funding amount: The funding covers EU/UK fees and stipend in line with EPSRC rates Hours: Full Time Placed on: 11th February 2015 Expires: 11th May 2015 Reference: NGCM-32 Deadline: Applications will be accepted at any time until the position is filled. Recent government investment in driver-less car trials (http://www.trl.co.uk/news-hub/transport-news/latest-transport-news/?id=801764918) is accelerating us towards a future of greater automation in the transport network. As a direct result of this investment, the Transportation Research Laboratory (TRL) (http://www.trl.co.uk/) and the Transportation Research Group (TRG) at the University of Southampton are offering this research project investigating how transportation infrastructure can sustainably support high numbers of automated vehicles in the network. Existing transportation infrastructure is designed around non-automated vehicles. This includes not just the road-space but also the many thousands of traffic sensors, the control infrastructure (traffic lights, variable speed limits), the refuelling infrastructure and the integration between modes of transport (airports, train stations etc). This project will investigate strategies to redesign this infrastructure to support automated vehicles and deliver improvements in sustainability. The candidate in this project will have access to facilities and training to enable them to explore the scenario of high numbers of vehicles in the transportation network using techniques including: computational modelling, experiments using the TRL’s vehicle simulator and experiments using TRG’s instrumented vehicle. The candidate will be able to benefit from extended placements at the Transportation Research Laboratory as well as access to GATEway research partners for case studies (http://www.trl.co.uk/news-hub/trl-press-releases/2014/december/greenwichs-digital-credentials-driven-home-after-trl-led-consortium-wins-%C2%A38m-trial-to-pilot-futuristic-automated-vehicles/). The candidate will develop a broad understanding of both transportation infrastructure design/operation and vehicle automation. Ultimately the outcome of this research will be innovative new designs to transportation infrastructure – with a strong evidence base – that will support automated vehicles to maximize sustainability in the transport network. If you would like to discuss this project further please contact Dr Simon Box, Transportation Research Group Email: s.box@soton.ac.uk, Tel: +44 (0)2380 59 2175 Funding information: This project is in competition with others for the associated funding. The funding covers EU/UK fees and stipend. This project is run through participation in the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Next Generation Computational Modelling (http://ngcm.soton.ac.uk). For details of our 4 Year PhD programme, please see http://www.findaphd.com/search/PhDDetails.aspx?CAID=331&LID=2652.

University of Southampton - Structures and solid mechanics, Faculty of Engineering and the Environment Qualification type: PhD Location: Southampton Funding for: UK Students, EU Students Funding amount: The funding covers EU/UK fees and stipend in line with EPSRC rates Hours: Full Time Placed on: 11th February 2015 Expires: 11th May 2015 Reference: CMEES-FSI-123 Deadline: Applications will be accepted at any time until the position is filled. The use of lightweight composite materials has been rapidly increasing within aircraft. In military application the survivability of the aircraft is of utmost importance. This project aims to investigate the effect of fire on the structural integrity of carbon fibre reinforced plastic (CFRP) airframes. The project will combine experimental and numerical modelling of the structural performance of carbon fibre airframes subjected to fire and provide an assessment of their survivability in this harsh environment. This project is designed as an EngD programme, within which it is expected that at least 2 years of the research activities will take place at the Defence, Science and Technology Laboratories (DSTL) at Portsdown West. This position is only available to resident UK nationals and is subject to security clearance. If you wish to discuss any details of the project informally, please contact Dr Stephen Boyd, Fluid Structure Interaction research group, Email: s.w.boyd@soton.ac.uk, Tel: +44 (0) 2380 59 2375. The funding associated with this project covers EU/UK fees and stipend. Overseas students may have to cover the difference between EU/UK fees and international fees.

University of Southampton Qualification type: PhD Location: Southampton Funding for: UK Students, EU Students Funding amount: The funding covers EU/UK fees and stipend in line with EPSRC rates Hours: Full Time Placed on: 11th February 2015 Expires: 11th May 2015 Reference: NGCM-33 Deadline: Applications will be accepted at any time until the position is filled. Turbulent flows are ubiquitous in nature yet the practical models lack a firm theoretical basis. The field is currently being revolutionised by the application of large scale direct numerical simulations (DNS) in which no assumptions are made beyond those of a Newtonian fluid with Fourier heat conduction. However, such simulations are expensive and the high Reynolds number flows found in practice (such as in the atmosphere or on the wings of large aircraft) will remain beyond the capability of even the largest supercomputers for many decades to come. In this project, we will focus on a new class of algorithms based on a coupled multi-scale approach involving nested DNS. The methods are, in principle, capable of extension to high Reynolds numbers and parallelise very efficiently. We will test the methods on boundary-layer flows to demonstrate the capability and then take on the challenge of simulating high Reynolds number flow over an airfoil. If you wish to discuss any details of the project informally, please contact Neil Sandham, Aerodynamics and Flight Mechanics research group, Email: n.sandham@soton.ac.uk, Tel: +44 (0) 2380 59 4872. Funding information: This project is in competition with others for the associated funding. The funding covers EU/UK fees and stipend. This project is run through participation in the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Next Generation Computational Modelling (http://ngcm.soton.ac.uk). For details of our 4 Year PhD programme, please see http://www.findaphd.com/search/PhDDetails.aspx?CAID=331&LID=2652.

Become a part of one of the most exciting educational developments of our time. Nazarbayev University is a bold multi-billion dollar initiative to create a research university fit for the challenges of the 21st Century. Nazarbayev University is located in Astana, the new capital of Kazakhstan. The University operates a range of graduate and baccalaureate programs together with a Science and Innovation Park, 2 National Research Centers, 7 Hospitals and a Medical School. We work on a partnership model including 7 of the top-30 universities across the world to advance education, research and engagement with industry and society. We want to redefine people’s expectations of what contemporary higher education should be. We offer the chance to work in one of the most rapidly developing countries in the world. Astana is a family-friendly modern capital and the University is an outstandingly architected example of a campus environment. We offer an excellent pay and benefits package including generous home leave, high-quality accommodation and family-friendly policies for health-care and children’s education. Further information pertaining to the post can be found at: www.perrettlaver.com/microsite/nu/ Applications including a resume and a brief (no more than 4 pages) statement about how you would approach the role should uploaded to www.perrettlaver.com/microsite/nu/ by noon GMT on Friday 3rd April, quoting the relevant reference number above. Job Description As Professor at Nazarbayev University, the appointee will report to the Dean of the School and will be responsible for: Research conducting high quality research in their field of expertise and publish such research widely; applying for and attaining research grants and funding as appropriate for their field of research; attending relevant international conferences and developing broad networks; mentoring junior faculty and students to develop their research, grant applications and publications; assisting in the development of research Strategy in the relevant department and School. Teaching teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses in their field of their expertise; engaging in course and program development when necessary; serving on and chairing Masters and PhD committees as needed; encouraging the development of innovative approaches to course design and delivery and ensuring that teaching design and delivery comply with the quality and educational standards and regulations of the department; challenging thinking, fostering debate and developing the students ability to engage in critical discourse and rational thinking. Academic Leadership performing informal management duties at the level of the Department, the School and the University; fostering the development of a vibrant and productive research culture in his or her field; serving on various committees at the School and University level. Internal / External Engagement developing and maintaining active networks, internally and externally, nationally and internationally; nurturing consultancy and research relationships with commerce, industry and in other external relationships including those with international collaborators, with professional and practitioner bodies, with policy communities, and with government agencies; actively contributing to developing academic, educational and research excellence in Kazakhstan. As Professor of Energy Engineering in the School of Engineering, the appointee will also be responsible for: leading and developing the PhD programme in Energy Engineering which launched in 2014; conducting leading research in the field of Energy Engineering which has relevance to and impact on the broader Kazakh energy industry, particularly petroleum engineering; playing an active role in the growth and development of the School regarding mentoring, leadership, morale and capacity building. Person specification Candidate for a Professorial position at Nazarbayev University much have the following experience, skills, qualification and attributes: Earned doctorate in a relevant field; An international reputation and visibility in his/her field of research; Publishing regularly in leading academic journals; Experience of mentoring junior faculty / a record of PhD supervision or equivalent; a collegiate approach and active contributor to the Schools development; strong communication and interpersonal skills; a strong reputation for delivering high quality taught programmes; Experience acquiring research funding from a variety of sources (including industry, national funding and University funding). As Professor of Energy Engineering in the School of School of Engineering, the appointee should also demonstrate: A world-leading publication record consistently in relevant top-tier journals; Experience, enthusiasm and vision for curriculum development at the PhD level; Extensive experience supervising PhDs to completion.

Become a part of one of the most exciting educational developments of our time. Nazarbayev University is a bold multi-billion dollar initiative to create a research university fit for the challenges of the 21st Century. Nazarbayev University is located in Astana, the new capital of Kazakhstan. The University operates a range of graduate and baccalaureate programs together with a Science and Innovation Park, 2 National Research Centers, 7 Hospitals and a Medical School. We work on a partnership model including 7 of the top-30 universities across the world to advance education, research and engagement with industry and society. We want to redefine people’s expectations of what contemporary higher education should be. We offer the chance to work in one of the most rapidly developing countries in the world. Astana is a family-friendly modern capital and the University is an outstandingly architected example of a campus environment. We offer an excellent pay and benefits package including generous home leave, high-quality accommodation and family-friendly policies for health-care and children’s education. Further information pertaining to the post can be found at: www.perrettlaver.com/microsite/nu/ Applications including a resume and a brief (no more than 4 pages) statement about how you would approach the role should uploaded to www.perrettlaver.com/microsite/nu/ by noon GMT on Friday 3rd April, quoting the relevant reference number above. Job Description As Professor at Nazarbayev University, the appointee will report to the Dean of the School and will be responsible for: Research conducting high quality research in their field of expertise and publish such research widely; applying for and attaining research grants and funding as appropriate for their field of research; attending relevant international conferences and developing broad networks; mentoring junior faculty and students to develop their research, grant applications and publications; assisting in the development of research Strategy in the relevant department and School. Teaching teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses in their field of their expertise; engaging in course and program development when necessary; serving on and chairing masters and PhD committees as needed; encouraging the development of innovative approaches to course design and delivery and ensuring that teaching design and delivery comply with the quality and educational standards and regulations of the department; challenging thinking, fostering debate and developing the students ability to engage in critical discourse and rational thinking. Academic Leadership performing informal management duties at the level of the Department, the School and the University; fostering the development of a vibrant and productive research culture in his or her field; serving on various committees at the School and University level. Internal / External Engagement developing and maintaining active networks, internally and externally, nationally and internationally; nurturing consultancy and research relationships with commerce, industry and in other external relationships including those with international collaborators, with professional and practitioner bodies, with policy communities, and with government agencies; actively contributing to developing academic, educational and research excellence in Kazakhstan. As Professor of Biomedical Engineering in the School of Engineering, the appointee will also be responsible for: leading and developing the PhD programme in Biomedical Engineering which launched in 2014; conducting leading research in the field of Biomedical Engineering, particularly Biomedical Devices, which has relevance to and impact on the broader Kazakh healthcare industry; playing an active role in the growth and development of the School regarding mentoring, leadership, morale and capacity building. Person specification Candidate for a Professorial position at Nazarbayev University much have the following experience, skills, qualification and attributes: Earned doctorate in a relevant field; An international reputation and visibility in his/her field of research; Publishing regularly in leading academic journals; Experience of mentoring junior faculty / a record of PhD supervision or equivalent; a collegiate approach and active contributor to the Schools development; strong communication and interpersonal skills; a strong reputation for delivering high quality taught programmes; Experience acquiring research funding from a variety of sources (including industry, national funding and University funding). As Professor of Biomedical Engineering in the School of School of Engineering, the appointee should also demonstrate: A world-leading publication record consistently in relevant top-tier journals relating to Biomedical Engineering; Experience, enthusiasm and vision for curriculum development and teaching at the PhD level; Extensive experience supervising PhDs to completion.

Become a part of one of the most exciting educational developments of our time. Nazarbayev University is a bold multi-billion dollar initiative to create a research university fit for the challenges of the 21st Century. Nazarbayev University is located in Astana, the new capital of Kazakhstan. The University operates a range of graduate and baccalaureate programs together with a Science and Innovation Park, 2 National Research Centers, 7 Hospitals and a Medical School. We work on a partnership model including 7 of the top-30 universities across the world to advance education, research and engagement with industry and society. We want to redefine people’s expectations of what contemporary higher education should be. We offer the chance to work in one of the most rapidly developing countries in the world. Astana is a family-friendly modern capital and the University is an outstandingly architected example of a campus environment. We offer an excellent pay and benefits package including generous home leave, high-quality accommodation and family-friendly policies for health-care and children’s education. Further information pertaining to the post can be found at: www.perrettlaver.com/microsite/nu/ Applications including a resume and a brief (no more than 4 pages) statement about how you would approach the role should uploaded to www.perrettlaver.com/microsite/nu/ by noon GMT on Friday 3rd April, quoting the relevant reference number above. Job Description As Chair of the Department of Chemical Engineering at Nazarbayev University, the appointee will report to the Dean of the School of Engineering and will be responsible for: Leadership providing academic leadership within the Department in all aspects of its operation to ensure that the mission, aims and objectives of the Department are met within the overall context of the School and University; managing the overall performance of the Department in line with the agreed strategy and key performance indicators; monitoring the progress of the Department against agreed objectives and targets identifying actions to encourage continuous development, with other colleagues as appropriate; leading, inspiring, developing and managing all staff reporting into the Chair. Research ensuring the conduct of the highest-quality research by all levels of academic faculty, to the required volume, in accordance with the research strategy; ensuring the delivery of a high standard of research supervision; leading and pursuing his/her own programme of research as appropriate. Internal / External Engagement leading the Department to develop and maintain active networks, internally and externally, nationally and internationally; leading the Department’s endeavours in consultancy, in contract research relationships with commerce and industry, and in other external relationships including those with international collaborators, with professional and practitioner bodies, with policy communities, and with government agencies. Teaching & Programme Development/Management working closely with the Director of Studies in development and delivery of a robust and effective Department teaching and learning strategy that supports the School and University strategy and in programme and curriculum development as best serves the goals of the School and the Department; contributing to the taught programmes of the Department as appropriate; ensuring efficient management and operation of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, including programme design and development, compliance with review and validation procedures, overall management of delivery, assessment and student recruitment and admission. Departmental Management delivering efficient and effective financial management and use of resources; overseeing the recruitment of faculty staff as the Department grows to steady state; representing the Department on senior University committees and externally, as appropriate. The Chair of Department may be asked to carry out such other duties and responsibilities the Provost or Dean of the School may from time-to-time prescribe. As Chair of the Department of Chemical Engineering, the appointee will also be responsible for: overseeing the work of the undergraduate, Masters and PhD programme directors; building capacity across all programmes and overseeing the significant growth of the department; developing and recruiting new faculty members in line with growth; implementing change sensitively and diplomatically when required. Person specification Candidates for the role of the Chair of Department at Nazarbayev University much have the following experience, skills, qualification and attributes: Earned doctorate; demonstrable leadership and an international reputation in his/her field of research; strong strategic skills; a collegiate approach with the ability to foster the strategic ambitions of others; financial acumen and proven managerial ability; strong communication and interpersonal skills; significant experience of academic and administrative leadership and management at senior level; relevant experience of and commitment to programme and curriculum development along with a strong personal record of delivering taught programmes; demonstrable ability to motivate and build morale and team spirit; ability to promote the aims of the Department to the academic community within and across the School and Nazarbayev University, and externally to international funding bodies and relevant organisation; capacity to work in partnership on research and development issues. As Chair of the Department of Chemical Engineering, the appointee should also demonstrate: experience as a full professor or equivalent at a leading institution; a flexible and dynamic leadership style which can easily adapt to change; Previous experience in a formal managerial role. Research accomplishment in Petrochemical Engineering to relate closely to the petrochemical industry in Kazakhstan;

Imperial College London - Department of Aeronautics, Faculty of Engineering Qualification type: PhD Location: London Funding for: UK Students, EU Students Funding amount: £15,720 Hours: Full Time Placed on: 13th February 2015 Expires: 13th May 2015 3 year Identifying the mechanisms responsible for the production of sound by turbulent flows remains to date an extremely difficult task, even for very extensively studied problems, like jet noise. Experimental studies are generally not sufficient when knowledge about the physical mechanisms of noise production is required. Direct Numerical Simulations (DNS) allow the calculation of all unsteady flow quantities and can help to investigate the aerodynamically generated sound. The direct computation of sound by solving the compressible Navier-Stokes equations provides both the aerodynamic field and the acoustic field at the same time, but the very high cost of such an approach remains a limiting factor. As a result, flow-generated acoustic fields are often predicted via a hybrid approach using acoustic analogies for which the acoustic sources are reduced to simple emitter types. The scientific objective of the present numerical work based on highly-resolved simulations is to help in the identification and understanding of the aeroacoustic mechanisms of free shear flows. More precisely, the idea is to propose control solutions of the acoustic sources of a turbulent jet with obvious applications in aeronautics. Applicants should have a keen interest in Computational Fluid Dynamics and in turbulence and should possess good analytical skills as well as an aptitude for numerical research. Only the very best student will be considered for this position. Candidates should have (or expect to obtain) a good upper-second class or first class honours degree (or equivalent experience and/or qualifications) in aeronautics or similar engineering disciplines. The studentship is for three years starting in 2015 and will provide full coverage of tuition fees and an annual tax-free stipend of circa £15,720. Due to the nature of the funding, students must be UK nationals, or EU nationals who have lived in the UK for the past 3 years. Other EU citizens are eligible for a fees-only award. Non-EU students are ineligible, unless they have been ordinarily resident in the UK for 3 years preceding the date of application for purposes other than education. Interested applicants should make initial informal enquiries via email to Dr Sylvain Laizet (s.laizet@imperial.ac.uk) and then follow the standard College on-line application procedure (http://www3.imperial.ac.uk/pgprospectus/howtoapply). For queries regarding the application process, please contact Ms Lisa Kelly by email to: l.kelly@imperial.ac.uk or phone on +44 (0)20 7594 5056. Imperial Managers lead by example. Committed to equality and valuing diversity. We are also an Athena SWAN Silver Award winner, a Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Two Ticks Employer, and are working in partnership with GIRES to promote respect for trans people

University of Cambridge - Wellcome Trust/Cancer Research UK Gurdon Institute Location: Cambridge Salary: £28,695 to £37,394 Hours: Full Time Contract Type: Contract / Temporary Placed on: 16th February 2015 Closes: 28th February 2015 Job Ref: PR05368 ★ View Employer Profile A postdoctoral position is available to work in the group of Professor Stephen Jackson, http://www2.gurdon.cam.ac.uk/~jacksonlab/ at the Wellcome Trust/Cancer Research UK Gurdon Institute, University of Cambridge. The work will focus on the DNA damage response (DDR) in mammalian cells. The candidate must have a PhD in Biological Sciences and must be highly motivated with prior graduate and preferably postgraduate experience in protein biochemistry, molecular and cellular biology. In particular the candidate should have strong experience in working on the ubiquitylation control of DNA damage responses and should have prior experience of ubiquitin biology and DNA repair, especially the repair of DNA double-strand breaks. Limited funding: The funds for this post are available for 1 year in the first instance. To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please visit: http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/6201. This will take you to the role on the University’s Job Opportunities pages. There you will need to click on the 'Apply online' button and register an account with the University's Web Recruitment System (if you have not already) and log in before completing the online application form. Please quote reference PR05368 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy. The University values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. Benefits include generous maternity/paternity leave, flexible working, funds for returning carers and other family-friendly schemes.

Cardiff University - Institute of Infection and Immunity, Cardiff School of Medicine Location: Cardiff Salary: £25,513 to £29,552 Per annum (Grade 5). A maximum starting point 23 £25,513.00 applies to this post. Hours: Full Time Contract Type: Contract / Temporary Placed on: 16th February 2015 Closes: 27th February 2015 Job Ref: 3090BR The Institute of Infection and Immunity at Cardiff University School of Medicine seeks to appoint a Research Assistant. The successful applicant will work in the research group led by Prof. Bernhard Moser on the isolation and characterisation of human T cells with potential antigen-presentation cell (APC) functions. One major research topic in the group of Prof. B. Moser focuses on T-APC, which are a novel type of cellular vaccine that may be used in the treatment of cancer patients. The concept underlying T-APC vaccines is their immune stimulatory functions. Following infusion into cancer patients, tumour antigen-presenting T-APC will mobilize endogenous, tumour antigen-specific T cells, which then participate in effective anti-tumour immune defence. The proposed studies will be carried out in collaboration with clinicians at the University of Birmingham and the results will form an essential part in our efforts to translate T-APC into the clinic. The post-holder will have a degree in relevant Biomedical Sciences subjects. Preference will be given to candidates with a proven ability to work with human T cells and notably those with an additional expertise in antigen-presentation to T cells. Interested parties are encouraged to contact Prof. Bernhard Moser (http://medicine.cf.ac.uk/person/bernhard-moser/) This post is full-time (35 hours per week) and is fixed for 6 months and is available from 01/03/2015 Please be aware that Cardiff University reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received

----------------------------- Research Technician University of Edinburgh Location: Edinburgh Salary: £21,391 to £24,775 Hours: Full Time Contract Type: Contract / Temporary Placed on: 16th February 2015 Closes: 16th March 2015 Job Ref: 032605 ----------------------------- A Technician post for a biologist with an interest in nanotoxicology or cardiovascular science. The post will support a European Union FP7-funded project called “NanoMILE”, a large collaborative project comprising of 28 partners across Europe. The University of Edinburgh partners’ role will be to investigate the cardiovascular effects of existing and emerging nanomaterials. The post will support basic science work under the supervision of Dr Mark Miller (Centre for Cardiovascular Science) and Dr Rodger Duffin (Centre for Inflammation Research) based within the Queens Medical Research Institute on the Little France/Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh Campus. The ideal candidate will have a good quality biological science degree. Experience of histology or working with nanoparticles is recommended. Laboratory experience in an academic environment would also be desirable. The post is available on a fixed term basis for a period of 22 months. For further information or informal discussions please contact Dr Mark Miller (mark.miller@ed.ac.uk) For more information and to submit an application, please use the ‘apply’ button below.

-------------------------------------- Location: Belfast Salary: £26,274 per annum Hours: Full Time Contract Type: Contract / Temporary Placed on: 16th February 2015 Closes: 27th February 2015 Job Ref: 15/103758 --------------------------------------- This position is immediately available for a period of 36 months in the first instance. The work encompasses developing and applying computational chemistry/biology approaches to engineer enzymes to achieve desirable functions, in support of multiple enzyme evolution projects with close collaboration with biologists and chemists. The positions will be supported through a joint research programme with ALMAC Sciences Ltd. Informal enquiries may be directed to Dr Meilan Huang, telephone: +44 (0)28 9097 4698 or email: 
m.huang@qub.ac.uk. Anticipated interview date: week commencing 9 March 2015 Salary: £26,274 per annum
 Closing date: Friday 27 February 2015 Apply online at www.qub.ac.uk/jobs. For further information or assistance contact the Personnel Department, Queen’s University Belfast, BT7 1NN. Telephone (028) 9097 3044 or e-mail on personnel@qub.ac.uk. The University is committed to equality of opportunity and to selection on merit. It therefore welcomes applications from all sections of society and particularly welcomes applications from people with a disability. Fixed term contract posts are available for the stated period in the first instance but in particular circumstances may be renewed or made permanent subject to availability of funding.

------------------------------------------------- University of Sussex - School of Life Sciences Location: Falmer Salary: £31,342 to £37,394 Per annum Hours: Full Time Contract Type: Contract / Temporary Placed on: 16th February 2015 Closes: 26th February 2015 Job Ref: 022 ------------------------------------------------- Fixed term for one year As an expansion of the School of Life Sciences translational drug discovery activities at the University of Sussex we are seeking an experienced ion channel pharmacologist with proven electrophysiology and drug discovery expertise. In this role you will contribute to the validation and prosecution of novel ion channel targets in the respiratory and neuroscience areas. An active practical scientist, you will contribute to the running of an in vitro laboratory with core capabilities in patch clamp (manual and automated) electrophysiology and epithelial ion transport (Ussing chamber). The lab employs heterologous and near primary cell systems to identify novel ion channel modulators and define their mechanism of action at the biophysical and molecular level. Additional responsibilities may include supervision of less experienced group members and students alongside regular interactions with researchers across scientific disciplines and research groups. To support our continued growth we seek to appoint an individual who will make a significant contribution to our current and future ion channel drug discovery efforts. An inquisitive mind, strong practical skills and the ability to make individual contributions in a team setting are essential. For informal enquiries please contact Prof Martin Gosling (m.gosling@sussex.ac.uk) For full details and how to apply see www.sussex.ac.uk/jobs The University of Sussex is committed to equality of opportunity

------------------------------------------------------------------ Queen Mary, University of London - Biological & Chemical Science Location: City Of London Salary: £31,735 to £37,275 per annum Hours: Full Time Contract Type: Permanent Placed on: 16th February 2015 Closes: 12th March 2015 Job Ref: QMUL5182 ------------------------------------------------------------------ An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Chemistry Teaching Laboratories Manager at Queen Mary University of London. The School of Biological and Chemical Sciences (SBCS) is one of the largest Schools within the college covering Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Biomedical Sciences as well as Psychology; is committed to excellence in research and teaching; and offers a lively and stimulating environment for both staff and students. In this role, you will work in support of the Teaching Technician Manager, and have responsibility for: the day-to-day operational management of the Chemistry teaching laboratories and store; the supervision and coordination of the technical team to ensure exemplary technical support for all Chemistry teaching activities, ensuring the set up and clearing down of practicals, (e.g. preparing chemicals/reagents/equipment); the provision of expert advice, training and troubleshooting services to all laboratory users; working flexibly and promoting a team-oriented approach in support of SBCS overall; role-modelling Health and Safety compliance to maintain a positive safety culture in the Chemistry Teaching Laboratories. You must have a relevant BSc degree (or equivalent), a good understanding of concepts in chemistry and biochemistry, as well as demonstrable skills in laboratory management. Experience in supervising and motivating other employees (preferably technicians), and a comprehensive knowledge of Health & Safety and COSHH regulations are essential. You should also have a willingness and ability to learn new skills and experimental techniques and to foster a culture of learning and continuous improvement within the teaching technical team, as well as with students. This is a full time permanent role. The salary will be in the range of £31,735 - £37,275 per annum. Benefits include 30 days’ annual leave, a defined benefit pension scheme and interest-free season ticket loan. Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme. For further information about the School, please see www.sbcs.qmul.ac.uk. To apply, please visit the Human Resources website on http://www.jobs.qmul.ac.uk and search for reference QMUL4495. Application enquiries should be directed to recruitment@qmul.ac.uk. The job advert will close to applications as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this role as soon as you can if interested.