PhD Studentship in Neurodegeneration After Traumatic Brain Injury

The Phage; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Exeter offers a fully funded PhD studentship focused on developing blood-based tests for early detection of neurodegeneration after traumatic brain injury. The project is part of the GW4 BioMed3 Doctoral Landscape Programme, providing a collaborative, interdisciplinary research environment and opportunities across GW4 partners.

The successful candidate will conduct research on blood-based biomarkers, contribute to scientific outputs, and engage with patient and public involvement

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or postgraduate degree in a biomedical/science discipline.
• Academic background in neuroscience/biomedical sciences/biochemistry would be advantageous.
• Eligibility to GW4 BioMed3 Doctoral Landscape Programme must be met.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research focused on early detection of neurodegeneration after traumatic brain injury.
• Contribute to development and evaluation of blood-based tests and biomarkers.
• Design and carry out research activities related to the PhD project.
• Analyse and interpret research findings and contribute to scientific conclusions.
• Participate in GW4 BioMed3 training and professional development.

Skills

Biomedical research

Neuroscience

Analytical skills

Scientific communication

Independent work

Education

Biomedical degree or related

Neuroscience background advantageous

Job description

The University of Exeter is offering a fully funded PhD studentship focused on developing blood-based tests for the early detection of neurodegeneration following traumatic brain injury (TBI). The studentship is part of the GW4 BioMed3 Doctoral Landscape Programme, which is offering up to 18 MRC-funded PhD studentships across a range of biomedical disciplines. The programme offers opportunities across biomedical research disciplines and brings together researchers across the GW4 partnership.

Research Project

The project will investigate the development of blood tests for the early detection of neurodegeneration following traumatic brain injury.

Traumatic brain injury can have consequences that extend well beyond the initial injury, with some individuals developing longer-term neurological changes. The project aims to investigate blood-based approaches that could help identify early signs of neurodegeneration.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research focused on the early detection of neurodegeneration following traumatic brain injury (TBI).
• Contribute to the development and evaluation of blood-based tests and biomarkers for neurodegenerative changes.
• Design and carry out research activities related to the PhD project.
• Analyse and interpret research findings and contribute to scientific conclusions.
• Participate in research training and professional development through the GW4 BioMed3 programme.
• Work collaboratively within the wider GW4 research environment.
• Contribute to research outputs, presentations and scientific communication.
• Engage with patient and public involvement (PPI) activities where relevant to the research programm

Qualifications & Skills Required

• A relevant undergraduate or postgraduate degree in a biomedical or related scientific discipline.
• Academic background relevant to neuroscience, biomedical sciences, molecular biology, biochemistry, medicine or related fields would be advantageous.
• Applicants must meet the eligibility requirements of the GW4 BioMed3 Doctoral Landscape Programme.
• Strong interest in biomedical and translational research.
• Ability to understand and critically evaluate scientific literature.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.
• Good written and verbal scientific communication skills.
• Willingness to develop new laboratory and research skills.
• Ability to manage research activities and maintain accurate records.
• Commitment to interdisciplinary research and professional development.