Research Associate

We are looking for a postdoctoral research assistant to undertake a project working with Prof. Kate Jeffery and Dr Mick Craig, investigating the origin and purpose of a type of neuron that we recently discovered in the anterior thalamus. These neurons resemble the well-known hippocampal place cells but are in a different structure: one long associated with memory.

The project working with rodents entails tracing the connections of these neurons, characterising their electrophysiological activity during waking and sleeping and then manipulating this chemogenetically. You will be working in a newly formed group called the Centre for Behavioural Neuroscience and have the chance to interact with other related research groups in a lively intellectual environment. 

The successful applicant will have experience in rodent electrophysiology, ideally during behaviour, and a passion for understanding the neural foundations of cognition.

Informal enquiries may be directed to Professor Kate Jeffery, Kate.Jeffery@glasgow.ac.uk

This post is full time and has funding until 31 December 2027

Closing Date:  11 October 2024

We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/ 

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