Neuroscience Research Associate — Brain Conflict Lab

European Drosophila Society; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Research Associate will join the Rezaval lab at the University of Birmingham to support projects exploring how the brain resolves behavioural conflicts. The role forms part of the Wellcome Trust Discovery Award programme and lasts an initial three-year period, with potential extension.

You will contribute to project aims and develop increasing independence over time. Daily duties include collecting, analysing, and presenting data, maintaining fly stocks, and assisting in supervising students

Qualifications

• First degree or equivalent professional qualification in an appropriate science subject (e.g. Life Sciences, Biological Sciences, Genetics, Cell Biology, Neuroscience, Biochemistry, or related disciplines).
• Practical experience of applying relevant experimental skills and techniques.
• Ability to analyse information critically and communicate effectively.
• Ability to organise and manage resources efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Collecting, analysing, and presenting research data.
• Maintaining fly stocks.
• Supporting laboratory organisation.
• Assisting in the supervision of students where appropriate.

Skills

Data analysis

Collaboration

Experimental techniques

Resource management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences

Tools

Drosophila genetics

Immunohistochemistry

Job description

The Research Associate will join the Rezaval lab at the University of Birmingham to support projects exploring how the brain resolves behavioural conflicts. The role forms part of the Wellcome Trust Discovery Award programme and lasts an initial three-year period, with potential extension.

You will contribute to project aims and develop increasing independence over time. Daily duties include collecting, analysing, and presenting data, maintaining fly stocks, and assisting in supervising students