Laboratory Technician in Neuroscience (751618)

University of Strathclyde; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution in Glasgow is seeking a full-time Laboratory Technician to join their neuroscience research group. The role involves assisting with laboratory experiments focused on memory consolidation during sleep, utilising state-of-the-art techniques. Candidates should have an HNC in Biology and knowledge in neuroscience. Experience with rodent neuroanatomy and laboratory techniques such as immunohistochemistry is preferable.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have an HNC in Biology or a related field, together with knowledge of Neuroscience or related fields.
• Knowledge of rodent neuroanatomy is essential.
• Experience with immunohistochemistry and fluorescent microscopy will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist in a wide range of laboratory experiments.
• Work as part of a team to conduct studies.
• Organise workload effectively.

Skills

Knowledge of Neuroscience

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to work in a team

Education

HNC in Biology or related field

Tools

Immunohistochemistry

Fluorescent microscopy

Job description

Faculty of Science

Ready to be at the forefront of neuroscience? Join our research group at the University of Strathclyde and help unlock the secrets of how our brains form memories during sleep. This is your chance to work with state‑of‑the‑art technologies, such as optogenetics. If you have a background in biology and a passion for discovery, apply now.

FTE: 1 (35 hours/week)

Term: Fixed (12 months)

Applications are invited for a Laboratory Technician position in the group of Professor Shuzo Sakata in the Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences at the University of Strathclyde, Glasgow. This position is funded by the Medical Research Council (MRC).

Our group has been investigating state‑dependent and cell type‑specific information processing in the brain by combining a range of techniques, including in vivo high‑density electrophysiological recording, calcium imaging, optogenetics, behavioural analysis and machine learning approaches.

In this project, entitled "sleep state‑dependent function of pontine waves", we will investigate how sub‑second brain waves interact with other neural circuits for memory consolidation across sleep states in mice by utilising state‑of‑the‑art technologies.

This full‑time position is expected to assist a wide range of laboratory experiments by working as a team.

• Candidates should have an HNC in Biology or a related field, together with knowledge of Neuroscience or related fields.
• Knowledge of rodent neuroanatomy.
• Experience with immunohistochemistry and fluorescent microscopy will be advantageous.

You will have the ability to plan and organise your own workload effectively and an ability to work within a team environment. You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to listen, engage and persuade.

For informal enquiries, please contact Professor Shuzo Sakata: [e-mail]

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