WIN Preclinical MRI Group Lab Manager

University of Oxford - Nuffield Department of Clinical Neurosciences (NDCN), John Radcliffe Hospital

Location:	Oxford
Salary:	£36,024 to £44,263 per annum
Hours:	Full Time
Contract Type:	Fixed-Term/Contract

Placed On:	7th May 2024
Closes:	24th May 2024
Job Ref:	172714

WIN Preclinical MRI Group Lab ManagerNuffield Department of Clinical Neurosciences (NDCN), John Radcliffe Hospital, Headington, Oxford, OX3 9DU

We have an exciting opportunity to join us at the WIN Preclinical MRI Group as the WIN Preclinical MRI Group Lab Manager. In this role you will support a multidisciplinary group carrying out studies using high-field brain MRI in rodents – primarily mice and rats – alongside a range of related techniques including tissue staining, microscopy, behaviour, and transcriptomics. Your primary role will be to ensure that the lab runs effectively and to support others to run preclinical MRI experiments. You will work in a vibrant, diverse, and multidisciplinary department with access to state-of-the art facilities. You will be part of the wider WIN Core Staff team and have the opportunity to develop professional skills in project and lab management.

Essential Criteria

Undergraduate degree in neuroscience or a related area.
Previous exposure to laboratory environments.
Experience with molecular biology techniques, such as genotyping, protein extraction and Western blots.
Hands on experience with rodent experiments, such as perfusion techniques and protocols and/or intubation or small surgeries.
Good communication skills and ability to write clearly, good planning and organisational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to manage time and prioritise resources effectively in order to deliver multiple projects in parallel.

Desirable Criteria

UK home office personal licence for conducting rodent experiments.
Experience with preclinical MRI.
Experience breeding and maintaining transgenic lines.
Experience in training (even in an informal setting) new users in experimental practices.
Experience in conducting behavioural studies in rodents, intubation and/or small surgeries in rodents.
Experience with histological staining, including immunohistochemistry and/or immunofluorescence.
Experience with using behaviour rigs and/or recording rooms, including operant boxes and associated software.
Experience with electrophysiology and/or optogenetics.
Experience with advanced microscopy techniques such as confocal microscopy, electron microscopy, CLARITY or polarised light imaging.
Experience working co-operatively, such as sharing laboratory and research resources.

Please see the below 'Job Description' for further details on the responsibilities and selection criteria, as well as further information about the university and how to apply.

The post is full time (part time can be negotiated) and fixed-term for 2 years.

Only applications received before 12:00pm midday on Friday 24th May 2024 will be considered.

Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.

Contact Person :NDCN HR RecruitmentVacancy ID :172714Contact Phone :Closing Date & Time :24-May-2024 12:00Pay Scale :STANDARD GRADE 7Contact Email :recruitment@ndcn.ox.ac.ukSalary (£) :£36,024 – £44,263 per annum

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