Research Associate: Understanding neural networks - University of Cambridge

Vacancy Reference Number
PM17880
Closing Date
17 Feb 2019
Salary
£32,236 to £39,609
Address
Department of Physiology, University of Cambridge
Duration
Fixed term until 31 August 2024

We are looking for a Post-doctoral Research Associate to support the research of Professor Allan Herbison whose group is focussed on understanding the neural networks that control puberty and fertility in males and females. In particular, studies will focus on investigating the mechanisms through which kisspeptin neurons control the activity of the gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) neurons. The role holder will also play a key part in establishing the lab in Cambridge after recent relocation from University of Otago, New Zealand.

You will be involved in establishing and undertaking GCaMP-based single cell (GRIN lens/miniscope) and population (fiber photometry) activity recordings from specific hypothalamic cell populations in freely behaving rodents.

The skills and experience required for the post include:

  • Ability to undertake and analyse all aspects of GCaMP6/7 fiber photometry and GRIN lens/miniscope investigations of deep brain neural circuits in mice;
  • Precision stereotaxic surgery skills
  • Experience with viral vectors for transducing neuronal cells.

You should have a PhD in neuroscience and a strong motivation to lead, conduct and record research at the forefront of neuroendocrinology.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 31 August 2024 in the first instance.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please visit: http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/20098. This will take you to the role on the University’s Job Opportunities pages. There you will need to click on the 'Apply online' button and register an account with the University's Web Recruitment System (if you have not already) and log in before completing the online application form.

Please upload your CV with a list of relevant publications into the online application.

Please quote reference PM17880 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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