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MRC PDRA Scientist Position - X-ray studies of Prion Protein A full time post-doctoral position funded for one year in the first instance with possible extension to two years is available immediately for a highly motivated researcher with a strong background in X-ray techniques particularly protein crystallography and X-ray scattering. This position at the MRC Prion Unit is for a collaborative programme being carried out at the Daresbury Laboratory, Cheshire, where the candidate will be mainly located. The successful applicant will join well-established teams in both laboratories in a multidisciplinary environment and will focus on structural studies of prion proteins using synchrotron based x-ray techniques (primarily x-ray crystallography and solution x-ray scattering). Candidates are expected to have a Ph.D. degree in structural biology or a related field and a background in at least one of the following areas: biochemistry, biophysics, and X-ray methods. They should enjoy working as part of an energetic team. The post holder works collaboratively with other staff of the Unit and Daresbury Laboratory, in particular with Drs. Svetlana Antonyuk and Guenter Grossmann. The post holder reports to Professor Tony Clark at MRC Prion Unit and Professor Samar Hasnain at Daresbury Laboratory. For informal enquiries Please contact ([log in to unmask]).