Research Fellow

Funding limited for 24 months

Obesity and type 2 diabetes are among the global health care challenges of the 21^st century.  The University of Aberdeen has a 100-year history of ground-breaking science in nutrition and health, principally led by researchers within the Rowett Institute (RI). The primary cause of obesity is the consumption of more food than the body requires, calories that are then stored as fat.  An understanding of the neurobiological mechanisms regulating physical activity, energy expenditure and food intake is essential to successful prevention and treatment of obesity and associated conditions. The brain represents the master coordinator of voluntary physical activity and appetite, employing a number of interwoven neurological circuits to continually appraise and respond to changes in energy balance.

Professor Heisler is Chair in Human Nutrition and Research Lead of the RI. The overall aim of her research programme is to investigate the basic neurophysiology underpinning energy balance and body weight. She studies exciting novel receptors in the brain that may be harnessed alter physical activity and appetite to prevent and treat obesity and associated diseases. Professor Heisler’s laboratory utilises the latest technology to address the most pressing research questions with the ultimate aim of improving metabolic health.

A Research Fellow is sought to join her team.

Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 6,  £37,099 - £39,347 per annum, pro rata and negotiable with placement according to qualifications and experience. Consideration will be given to candidates who are near the completion of their PhD, who will be appointed as Research Assistant, Grade 5 and assimilated to Grade 6 upon successful completion of their PhD.

Informal enquiries should be made to Professor Lora Heisler, Chair in Human Nutrition (Lora.heisler@abdn.ac.uk).

Should you require a visa to undertake employment in the UK you will be required to fulfil the minimum points criteria to be granted a Certificate of Sponsorship under the requirements of the Skilled Worker visa. At the time an offer of appointment is made, you will be asked to demonstrate that you fulfil the criteria in respect of qualification and competency in English. For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. Please do not hesitate to contact Grant Rae, HR Adviser (e-mail: grant.rae@abdn.ac.uk) for further information.

To apply online for this position visit www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs

Job Reference Number:  ROW124R

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 20^th June 2024

The School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.

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