Postdoctoral Research Fellow
University of Edinburgh
Job Description:UE07: £39,347 to £46,974 per annumCMVM / Edinburgh Medical School / Deanery of Biomedical Sciences / Centre for Discovery Brain SciencesFull-time, 35 hours per weekFixed-Term, 4 yearsThe Opportunity:We are seeking a post-doctoral research assistant to help in our studies of the neuromodulation and coordination of locomotion by brainstem and spinal networks. The lab utilizes a combination of cutting-edge behavioural, molecular, imaging and electrophysiological approaches in the zebrafish model system. Successful candidates will demonstrate expertise in these areas and will contribute to the establishment of a new lab under the supervision of an established PI, including the training of new personnel, assembly and ordering of equipment, collection and analysis of data, and the writing of grants and manuscripts. Evidence of team building, resilience, overcoming obstacles, and research independence are particularly desirable.This post is full-time (35 hours per week) and we are open to considering a flexible pattern that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working.Your skills and attributes for success:
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(opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefitsChampioning equality, diversity and inclusionThe University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our (opens new browser tab)The University is able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. If successful, an international applicant requiring sponsorship to work in the UK will need to satisfy the UK Home Office’s English Language requirements and apply for and secure a Skilled Worker Visa.Key dates to noteUnless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone.Interviews will be held within 2 weeks of closing date.About Us: As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. Between now and 2030 we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.About the Team:The Centre for Discovery Brain Sciences (CDBS) explores fundamental physiological mechanisms and pathways, from single genes to complex behaviour.Specific areas of research focus include:
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£39347 – 46974 per year
Edinburgh – Midlothian
Sat, 13 Jul 2024 04:48:55 GMT
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