DESCRIPTION

The Institute of Food Research seeks applicants for an indefinite research post in the area of computational biology. The position involves working closely with bioinformaticians and protein biochemists as part of a program linking protein structure to allergenicity. The successful applicant will apply protein modelling skills to:-

• Mapping peptide ‘fingerprints’ to in-silico modelled protein digestion.

• Relating fragmentation profiles to known B-cell and T-cell epitopes in allergens.

• Simulating the link between molecular mobility and digestion kinetics.

REQUIREMENTS

The applicant should have a PhD in Applied Mathematics, Theoretical Physics, Bioinformatics, Structural Biology or an equivalent background. Familiarity with mathematical modelling of biological systems is expected and knowledge of proteins is desirable, while experience with Molecular Dynamics and other statistical mechanical computer simulation methods would be advantageous. An ability to work in a multidisciplinary team combining practical and theoretical science is desirable.

LOCALE AND ABOUT US

Based in the pleasant city of Norwich, the Institute of Food Research offers a wide expertise base, and state-of-the-art facilities for fundamental research in food, diet and health.

COMPENSATION

Starting salary will be in the range £24,200 to £27,200 p.a. depending on qualifications and experience.

HOW TO APPLY

For more information and to apply, please visit our website http://jobs.ifr.ac.uk or
contact Human Resources, The Operations Centre, Norwich. BioScience Institutes, Colney, Norwich NR4 7UH, UK. e-mail: nbi.recruitment[at]bbsrc.ac.uk, phone +44 (0)1603 450462, quoting post reference number 1698.

DEADLINE:
4th November 2007

Interviews will be held on 9th November 2007

The Institute of Food Research is a registered charity (No 1058499) grant-aided by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council and is an Equal Opportunities Employer.