Research Technician

About us

We are looking to appoint a Research Technician at the Institute of Ophthalmology, University College London, to join the MacDonald Laboratory. This role is to support a research project entitled “Genetic dysregulation in glial cells as a driver of neurodegeneration in retinal ageing”. This project is funded by the BBSRC and will be based in the Institute of Ophthalmology at the University College London. T

The MacDonald group consists of a diverse and including group of scientists with postdocs, PhD students and MSc students. For further information on the MacDonald lab group please see:

http://zebrafishucl.org/macdonald-lab

About the role

Salary: UCL Grade 5 Sp16-18 (£31,163 - £32,469 per annum, including London Allowance).

Duration: The post is funded until 31/08/2026 in the first instance

The overarching research aim of our laboratory is to understand how a healthy eye is built and maintained throughout life.

The MacDonald lab use both zebrafish and killifish as model organisms to explore retina development and ageing. We use genetic engineering (cloning, transgenesis, CRISPR/Cas9 mutagenesis), multiplex cellular labelling techniques (immunofluorescence, in situ), high resolution imaging (confocal, 2-photon, spinning disk), computational analysis to explore fundamentals of glial biology.

The main duties of the post holder will be to provide technical support on day-to-day laboratory duties, such as: preparation of stocks and reagents, routine molecular biology and maintenance of databases. Additional duties include zebrafish and killifish colony management, retina histology (e.g. sectioning, immunohistochemistry, in situ hybridization) and in vivo high-resolution imaging. The post holder is expected to learn new techniques/skills on the job.

About you

Successful candidate will have a science degree, such as Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or any related subject although other candidates with appropriate experience will also be considered.

Previous experience of working in a relevant field of biological research, particularly neuroscience or developmental biology is desirable as is experience in zebrafish husbandry.

What we offer

Working with some of the greatest intellects in the world, UCL also offers a generous pension scheme and holiday allowance, plus closure and bank holidays as well as enhanced parental pay and more. Visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/reward-and-benefits to find out more.

Application Process

Applicants should apply online. To access further details about the position and how to apply please click on the ‘Apply’ button above or go to the UCL job page and search on Reference Number B02-08194.

Please ensure you attach your CV and provide a personal statement outlining how you meet the criteria to support your application.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within UCL at this level.

Our department holds an Athena SWAN Silver award, in recognition of our commitment and demonstrable impact in advancing gender equality.

The UCL Ways of Working supports colleagues to be successful and happy at UCL through sharing expectations around how we work – please visit www.ucl.ac.uk/ways-of-working to find out more.

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