Research Assistant/Associate (Fixed Term)

Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position in DNA nanotechnology for the targeted delivery of fibrinolytics to activated platelets, in the groups of Dr Ioanna Mela ( ) and Prof. Matthew Harper ( ). The successful candidate will conduct research on the design, synthesis and functionalisation of DNA nanostructures, to carry both targeting molecules and active payloads to activated platelets. The aim of the project is to i) develop new DNA nanostructures for optimal interaction with activated platelets ii) characterise and quantify the effects of targeted fibrinolytic delivery to thrombi through a variety of biophysical methods. The applicant should have (or be about to obtain) a PhD in a relevant specialist subject and a background in DNA nanotechnology, microscopy or related disciplines.