Postdoctoral Research Associate / Postdoctoral Research Fellow - University of Exeter

Vacancy Reference Number

R51810

Closing Date

27 Sep 2018

Salary

The starting salary will be from £29,515 - £34,189 on Grade E or from £35,211 - £37,345 on Grade F, depending on level of appointment based on qualifications and experience

Duration

Available immediately until 31 May 2019, with the possibility of extension

Institute of Biomedical and Clinical Science

This Medical Research Council funded post is available immediately until 31 May 2019, with the possibility of extension.

You will participate in a collaborative research project between Dr Kate Ellacott, Prof Andrew Randall and Dr Craig Beall focused on understanding neuronal-glial interactions in the regulation of food intake. You will utilise slice electrophysiology and 2-photon imaging to investigate the role of astrocytes in modulating the hypothalamic circuits that control feeding behaviour.

You will be focused, detail orientated, able to work independently to develop research objectives, and drive a project forward. Experience with assay development/optimisation is highly advantageous.

Applicants will possess a PhD in neuroscience or equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study. You will be a recognised authority and possess sufficient specialist knowledge in the discipline to develop research programmes and methodologies. A background in one or more of the following areas, although not required, would be advantageous: neuroendocrinology, metabolism, neurophysiology, neuroimmunology and/or glial biology. You will also be able to work collaboratively, supervise the work of others and act as team leader as required. Applicants will have experience in electrophysiology and/or advanced imaging techniques, and preferably hold a Home Office personal licence.

For further information please contact Kate Ellacott k.ellacott@exeter.ac.uk or (01392) 408267.

Interviews are expected to take place week commencing 8 October.

The University of Exeter is a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities. We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, and have achieved a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2017. The University of Exeter has over 22,000 students and 4600 staff from 180 different countries and has been rated the WhatUni2017 International Student Choice. Our research focuses on some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today, with 98% of our research rated as being of international quality in the 2014 Research Excellence Framework. We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students.

The University offers some fantastic benefits including 41 days leave per year, options for flexible working, numerous discounts at leading retailers, onsite gym, cycle to work scheme, sector leading policies around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), paternity leave (up to 6 weeks full pay), and a new Fertility Treatment Policy; and a stunning campus environment in the heart of Exeter.

We welcome applications from candidates interested in working part-time hours or job-sharing arrangements.

The College is proud to have a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment and impact to providing equality of opportunity and advancing the representation of women in STEM/M subjects. Our Inspiring Stories tell you more about how we support our staff, including through a mentoring programme to help our staff learn from the professional and life experience of colleagues and explore opportunities and actions for career progression.

The University of Exeter is an equal opportunity employer. We are officially recognised as a Disability Confident employer and an Athena Swan accredited institution. Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented in the workforce.

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Contact Details

Kate Ellacott: k.ellacott@exeter.ac.uk or (01392) 408267