Postdoctoral Research Assistant – CETPD: Join the Centre for Targeted Protein Degradation (CeTPD) at the University of Dundee as a Postdoctoral Research Assistant. Be part of pioneering research in molecular glue technology focused on drug discovery for Motor Neuron Disease (MND) and Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD).
Designation:
Postdoctoral Research Assistant
Table:
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Salary | £37,174 – £45,413 per annum |
| Grade | 7 |
| Contract Type | Fixed Term (3 Years) |
| Campus | City School/Directorate, School of Life Sciences |
Research Area:
The position focuses on structural and chemical biology with an emphasis on the development of chemical tools to target intrinsically disordered protein complexes.
Location:
University of Dundee, Centre for Targeted Protein Degradation, Dundee, Scotland
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Expertise in either protein mass spectrometry for chemical biology/biophysics (strong preference for native MS) or protein-ligand structural biology (X-ray or cryo-EM).
- Experience in biophysical assay design, troubleshooting, and studying protein-ligand interactions.
- Cloning and DNA construct design experience is a plus.
- Familiarity with recombinant protein expression systems (bacterial, insect, human).
Job Description:
- Develop recombinant and cellular assays to monitor complex assembly.
- Create a Native Mass Spectrometry screening platform.
- Conduct fragment-based drug screening campaigns (both non-covalent and covalent).
- Biophysically and structurally characterize hit compound binding.
- Collaborate with team members to advance identified hits into lead compounds.
How to Apply:
- If you are an external candidate, apply through the application portal provided on the University of Dundee’s website.
- If you are currently an employee, apply via OneUniversity under ‘Available Jobs’.
Last Date for Application:
Monday, 6 October 2025, 23:59
For further information, please contact Dr. Peter Cossar at p.cossar001@dundee.ac.uk. To find out more about the group, visit CETPD.
