Closing soon
We are looking for a Research Assistant to provide support for ongoing experiments in the Opazo Lab at the UK Dementia Research Institute using immunohistochemistry, confocal and two-photon microscopy, stereotaxic surgeries and AAV-mediated genetic manipulations.
The opportunity
To contribute to the aims of our research programme investigating synaptic repair mechanisms for Alzheimer’s disease using longitudinal in-vitro and in-vivo imaging microscopy.
Your skills and attributes for success
- Undergraduate degree in Neuroscience or relevant subject area.
- Experience in stereotaxic surgeries, two-photon imaging microscopy and mouse colony management is desirable.
- Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping skills and demonstrated organisational ability.
- Self-reliance, motivation and high-level interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
What we offer
As a valued member of our team you can expect:
- A competitive salary of £32,982 pa - £38,205 pa
- An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
- To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
- Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits
