Research Fellow

About us

Biosciences is one of the world’s foremost centres for research and teaching in the biological sciences and one of the largest Divisions within UCL, undertaking a significant amount of research and teaching. The Division has a diverse portfolio addressing all areas of biology from protein interactions to cell function, organism development, genetics, population studies and the environment. Computational modelling approaches are frequently used alongside experimental research programmes and much of our research crosses traditional boundaries, including the relationship of biodiversity to the health of the planet. Activity is underpinned by high calibre science technology platforms and state of the art equipment. Educational activity includes a range of undergraduate programmes, an expanding number of Masters Programmes and a substantial number of postgraduate research students.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Barrios lab.

The Barrios lab investigates the molecular and cellular basis of behaviour in C. elegans. One fundamental aspect of behaviour is that is flexible and modulated by experience. Each meaningful event that an animal experiences is stored in the brain as a memory but not all memories are retrievable in a manner that affects behaviour. Many memories are stored in a latent state and become behaviour only in particular circumstances. What determines whether a memory is expressed or remains latent is not well understood and the focus of this project.

About the role

In addition the research fellow is expected to be an active member of our research team, and in planning and delivery of the research activity so that the overall research objectives of the project are met. The role holder will be expected to produce independent, original contributions to the subject area.

The project will include designing and running experiments, recording, analysing and writing up results. The RF will work as part of a team to advance lab projects and in addition contribute to general lab duties such as maintaining stocks and supervise students in research projects.

Salary starts at £43,124 per annum including London Allowance

Interview Date(s) are scheduled for: February

This role is an open-ended contract with a funding end date of 12^th January 2028 in the first instance.

We will consider applications to work on a part-time, flexible and job share basis wherever possible.

This role is eligible for hybrid working with a minimum of 80% on site.

A job description and person specification can be accessed at the bottom of this page.

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In addition the research fellow is expected to be an active member of our research team, and in planning and delivery of the research activity so that the overall research objectives of the project are met. The role holder will be expected to produce independent, original contributions to the subject area.

The project will include designing and running experiments, recording, analysing and writing up results. The RF will work as part of a team to advance lab projects and in addition contribute to general lab duties such as maintaining stocks and supervise students in research projects.

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