Applications are invited for the post of Lecturer in Neuroscience in the Department of Biological Sciences
We are seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Neuroscience to complement the research and teaching in the Department of Biological Sciences within the School of Life Sciences and the Environment. We invite applications from candidates with research interests and expertise in cellular and molecular neuroscience that fit with the strategic drive of the School and to complement our strengths in this area. Research areas of interest include, but are not limited to, the molecular and cellular basis of ageing, mechanisms associated with cognitive function (e.g. learning and memory, plasticity), damage and repair.
Applicants will hold a PhD degree in Neuroscience or a similar discipline. Applicants will have published in high-quality journals and show the potential to gain research funding in relation to UK research councils and other sources. Applicants are expected to contribute to the Department’s teaching portfolio and to the supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students. We strive for excellence in research, in the dissemination of research outcomes and in teaching. We therefore looking for candidates with excellent personal and interpersonal skills.
In return we offer a highly competitive rewards and benefits package including:
The post is based in Egham, Surrey where the College is situated in a beautiful, leafy campus near to Windsor Great Park and within commuting distance from London.
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Prof Vincent Jansen, Head of Biological Sciences HODbiologicalsciences@rhul.ac.uk or the Prof. Robin Williams, Head of the Centre for Biomedical Sciences Robin.Williams@rhul.ac.uk
To view further details of this post and to apply please visit https://jobs.royalholloway.ac.uk. For queries on the application process the Human Resources Department can be contacted by email at: recruitment@rhul.ac.uk
Royal Holloway recognises the importance of helping its employees balance their work and home life by offering flexible working arrangements. We are happy to consider a request for flexible working for this post including part time, job share or compressed working hours.
Interview Date: To be confirmed
The College is committed to equality and diversity, and encourages applications from all sections of the community.
We particularly welcome female applicants as they are under-represented at this level in the Department of Biological Sciences within Royal Holloway, University of London.
Please note that it will not be possible for the College to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for successful candidates as this role does not fall into one of the standard occupational codes deemed eligible for sponsorship by UK Visas and Immigration. Successful candidates will therefore need to be eligible to work in the UK or have limited leave to remain in the UK and associated right to work for the duration of their employment with the College, in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
For more information and to apply, click here
Prof Vincent Jansen: HODbiologicalsciences@rhul.ac.uk
Prof. Robin Williams: Robin.Williams@rhul.ac.uk
recruitment@rhul.ac.uk
