In Vivo Neurovascular Imaging Research Associate

Diversity Dashboard; Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employer contribution pension

29 days annual leave + bank holidays

Ride to work scheme

EV car scheme available

Job summary

The University of Manchester is inviting applications for a Research Associate in the Microvascular@Manchester group to study pre-clinical cerebrovascular imaging and neurovascular physiology. The successful candidate will lead in vivo imaging studies using multiphoton microscopy to assess pial artery function and cerebral blood flow in mouse models relevant to dementia.

Opportunities to publish, present internationally and collaborate across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Experience in preclinical vascular imaging and neurovascular physiology.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Proven track record in independent project management and publication.

Responsibilities

• Lead in vivo imaging studies of pial arteries and cerebral blood flow in mouse models.
• Apply multiphoton microscopy and related optical imaging methods.
• Perform behavioral assessments, histology, immunohistochemistry and physiological analyses.
• Publish and present results; contribute to grant applications.

Skills

In vivo imaging

Multiphoton microscopy

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Scientific communication

Education

PhD in neuroscience/biomedical imaging

Tools

Multiphoton microscope

Imaging analysis software

Histology techniques

Job description

The University of Manchester is inviting applications for a Research Associate in the Microvascular@Manchester group to study pre-clinical cerebrovascular imaging and neurovascular physiology. The successful candidate will lead in vivo imaging studies using multiphoton microscopy to assess pial artery function and cerebral blood flow in mouse models relevant to dementia.

Opportunities to publish, present internationally and collaborate across disciplines.