Research Fellow in Biomedical Sciences / Neuroscience

University of Leeds; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research-intensive university in the UK is seeking a Post-Doctoral Researcher in the Lukacs lab. This role focuses on exploring new sensory receptor molecules using advanced techniques in Neuroscience. The successful candidate will engage in cutting-edge research, employing methods such as fluorescent imaging and genome engineering. Competitive benefits include generous leave and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus approx. 16 Bank Holidays

Generous pension scheme

Discounted staff gym membership

Access to on-site childcare

Course access for professional development

Qualifications

• Strong background in Neuroscience with research experience.
• Ability to utilize genome engineering and molecular techniques.
• Experience with animal models preferred.

Responsibilities

• Explore physiological roles of sensory receptor molecules.
• Utilize high-throughput tools for molecular discovery.
• Conduct experiments involving animal models and imaging.

Skills

Neuroscience

Fluorescent imaging

Electrophysiology

Molecular biology

Genome engineering

Education

PhD in Neuroscience or related field

Job description

Overview

Are you an ambitious researcher looking for your next challenge? Do you have an established background in Neuroscience? Do you want to further your career in one of the UKs leading research-intensive Universities?

We invite applications from a driven and enthusiastic candidate for a post-doctoral researcher position in the Lukacs lab, funded by the Wellcome Trust. We are located within the School of Biomedical Sciences at the University of Leeds, and part of the vibrant Neur@Leeds Research Collective. The successful candidate will join an exciting project exploring the physiological role of newly identified sensory receptor molecules. Using a combination of animal models, fluorescent imaging, and electrophysiology, the candidate will explore the cellular and organism-level function of these new receptor proteins. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to use a unique set of state-of-the-art genome engineering, molecular biology, and high-throughput tools to drive discovery and characterisation of new molecular targets both within the sensory nervous system and in other fields of biology.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

The University of Leeds and the Faculty of Biological Sciences are committed to providing equal opportunities for all and offer a range of family friendly policies. The University is a charter member of Athena SWAN (the national body that promotes gender equality in higher education), and the Faculty of Biological Sciences has recevied a prestigous Silver award. We are proud to be an inclusive Faculty that values all staff, and are happy to consider job share applications and requests for flexible working arrangements from our employees. Our Athena SWAN webpage provides more information.

Visa and eligibility

Salary Requirements of the Skilled Worker Visa Route

Please note that this post may be suitable for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route but first-time applicants might need to qualify for salary concessions. For more information please visit: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.

For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. For more information please visit: https://www.gov.uk/global-talent

What we offer in return

• 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
• Generous pension scheme plus life assurance– the University contributes 14.5% of salary
• Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.
• And much more!