Postdoctoral Research Fellow, David Lyons Lab, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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We are looking for a postdoctoral research fellow to join the group of Prof. David Lyons at the University of Edinburgh MS Society Edinburgh Centre for MS. The post holder will investigate mechanisms that underpin nervous system health and function and work to identify strategies to promote neuroprotection and repair that may help treat disease. The project will employ zebrafish as a discovery model system, alongside a range of experimental platforms available to researchers in the centre.
The post is available until 31/12/2025 with the possibility of extension.
Your skills and attributes for success:
PhD (or PhD near completion) in neuroscience, biomedical sciences, or similar is desirable.
Ability to communicate complex information clearly, orally and in writing.
Expertise in relevant approaches and models, analytical techniques and methods, specifically molecular genetic, and/or chemical biology techniques.
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As a valued member of our team you can expect:
A competitive salary of £37,099-£44,263 p.a.
An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits
Championing equality, diversity and inclusion
The 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 right to work webpages (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 note
The closing date for applications is 29 March 2024.
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Interviews will be held in April 2024.
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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:
Neuronal networks, neuroendocrine regulation and adaptive plasticity
Ion channel physiology, signalling pathways and vesicle trafficking
Developmental processes including gene regulatory networks and neuro developmental disorders
Neural development and its relationship to repair
Cell death and survival
Neuron-glia interactions
Hippocampal function, memory storage and retrieval
Degeneration and dementia
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