Research Technician

University of Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research university in Oxford is offering an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant network of researchers focused on neuropathic pain. The role includes lab management, technical support, and the chance to learn new techniques while working with a dedicated team. A relevant degree and laboratory experience are required. This position offers comprehensive training in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• A degree in a relevant scientific discipline is required.
• Experience of working in a laboratory environment is necessary.
• Desire to learn new techniques and participate in collaborative projects.

Responsibilities

• Lab management, technical support and assistance with experiments.
• Curating clinical bio-samples and managing sample archives.
• Comprehensive training and support across all aspects of the project.

Skills

Lab management

Technical support

Molecular biology

Education

Degree in a relevant scientific discipline

Tools

Confocal imaging

Job description

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant network of researchers within the NDCN to investigate the mechanisms underlying the development of neuropathic pain, a highly debilitating condition affecting approximately 9% of the population. The successful applicant will join the research team led by Associate Professor John Dawes, which focuses on the role of the immune system in pathological pain. Recent findings from the Dawes Lab have demonstrated that LGI1, a target of autoantibodies from neuropathic pain patients, plays a key role in regulating the severity of neuropathic pain. Building on these discoveries, this project will explore novel mechanisms linking LGI1 to pain regulation using transgenic mouse models, behavioural assays, cell culture, and electrophysiology.

Responsibilities

• Lab management, technical support and assistance with experiments (e.g. immunohistochemistry, molecular biology, confocal imaging), maintenance of transgenic mouse colonies
• Curating clinical bio-samples and managing sample archives
• Comprehensive training and support across all aspects of the project

Qualifications and Requirements

• A degree in a relevant scientific discipline
• Experience of working in a laboratory environment
• Desire to learn new techniques and participate in collaborative projects

Nuffield Department of Clinical Neurosciences (NDCN), West Wing, John Radcliffe Hospital, Headington, Oxford, OX3 9DU