Research Associate (Fixed Term)

We are seeking a postdoctoral applicant to work within the Group of Dr. Clémence Blouet at the Institute of Metabolic Science, within a programme aimed at understanding the mechanisms through which the brain contributes to glucose homeostasis.

This position offers an ideal opportunity for highly motivated scientists wishing to develop their career in the neurobiology of energy balance within a world-class research environment.

This role mainly involved studies on mouse models but you will also undertake laboratory-based work. Applicants must have an existing expertise in the use of transgenic mouse models and steretaxic surgery and in vivo fiber photometry. Applicants must hold a Home Office personal license.

You will be expected to:

• develop novel models combining advanced in vivo neuroscience techniques and behavioural assessments
• collect and analyse/process complex data sets,
• ensure the research is carried out in accordance with good practice and in compliance with local polices and legal requirements
• identify, develop and apply a broad range of techniques to pursue your research objectives
• contribute to laboratory-wide discussions on developments within the field
• present scientific work at internal and external seminars and meetings
• draft scientific papers and contribute to overall preparation of research for publication
• assist in training students and other members of the laboratory
• identify funding sources to support your future work and career development opportunities.

To be considered for this position, you must:

• possess a Ph.D. in neuroscience, psychology, physiology, or a related field
• have a publication record that demonstrates scientific rigor and productivity
• have skills in working independently to solve experimental problems
• be self-motivated, creative, and curious
• possess excellent record-keeping, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

You must have experience with:

• in vivo fiber photometry in mice
• stereotaxic surgery and use of aseptic techniques
• management of colonies of transgenic mice
• mouse brain histology, including tissue preparation, cryosectioning and processing, immunostaining, immunohistochemistry
• microscopy including confocal microscopy
• basic molecular biology skills

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 12 months in the first instance.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check and a health assessment.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click the 'Apply' button above. 

Please ensure that you upload a covering letter and a CV in the Upload section of the online application. The covering letter should outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.

Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.

The closing date for applications is: 23rd March 2025

The interview date for the role is: To be confirmed

Informal enquiries can be made to Dr. Clémence Blouet, Metabolic Research Laboratories, Level 4, Wellcome Trust-MRC Institute of Metabolic Science, Box 289 Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge CB2 0QQ. Email: csb69@medschl.cam.ac.uk

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

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