Neuroscience Research Assistant - In Vivo Epilepsy Studies

Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI); Dublin; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) seeks a Research Assistant to support in vivo studies of gene therapies in preclinical mouse models within the FutureNeuro Research Centre in Dublin. The role requires a recent BSc or MSc in neuroscience or a related field and a collaborative, proactive approach.

The successful candidate will assist with animal husbandry, genotyping, drug treatments, behavioural assays and data analysis, contributing to cutting-edge epilepsy research funded by Science

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in neuroscience or a related field.
• Completed LAST Ireland training courses.
• General lab experience; neuroscience/molecular biology experience is an advantage.
• Familiar with regulatory aspects related to use of animals in research.
• Familiarity with laboratory Health and Safety protocols and procedures.
• Strong organisation and project management skills; good communication with stakeholders across departments.

Responsibilities

• Assist with animal-based activities: manage mouse colonies, genotyping, maintenance checks, minor surgical procedures, and light husbandry.
• Support design and conduct of in vivo research on epilepsy mechanisms and treatments in mouse models.
• Analyze data and maintain datasets.
• Prepare and present reports.
• Ensure animal work complies with HPRA, EPA and RCSI ethics policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation

Project management

Education

BSc or MSc in a relevant discipline

Tools

LAST Ireland training courses

Job description

Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) seeks a Research Assistant to support in vivo studies of gene therapies in preclinical mouse models within the FutureNeuro Research Centre in Dublin. The role requires a recent BSc or MSc in neuroscience or a related field and a collaborative, proactive approach.

The successful candidate will assist with animal husbandry, genotyping, drug treatments, behavioural assays and data analysis, contributing to cutting-edge epilepsy research funded by Science