Research Fellow (UCL): understanding how gene expression and RNA metabolism are regulated in neurons

Vacancy Reference Number

1832848

Closing Date

19 Nov 2019

Salary

£35,965 to £43,470 per annum

Address

London

Duration

Available from November 2019, the posts are funded by a Wellcome Trust Investigator Award and offered a contract up to three years in the first instance.

Duties and Responsibilities

Bright and motivated post-doctoral researchers are required to join our team to study the mechanisms of gene expression and RNA metabolism in neurons. This will involve working both independently and together with the PI and the members of the team in carrying out research in related areas.

The postholders will join the team led by Antonella Riccio whose research focuses on understanding how gene expression and RNA metabolism are regulated in neurons. We aim to discover the links between these processes and neuronal development and disease using mammalian peripheral and central nervous systems as a model (for more information about the research topics visit http://www.ucl.ac.uk/lmcb/users/antonella-riccio).

Available from November 2019, the posts are funded by a Wellcome Trust Investigator Award and offered a contract up to three years in the first instance.

Key Requirements

We are looking for outstanding and highly motivated candidates who have a strong track record of research in a relevant area of the life sciences. A strong background in molecular and cell biology is necessary with experience in neuroscience essential for the project. Candidates should possess a PhD in neuroscience or a related biomedical discipline.

For more information and to apply, please click here. 

Further Information

Latest time for the submission of applications: 11:59
Interview date: TBC
Our department holds an Athena SWAN Gold award, in recognition of our long-term commitment and 'beacon' status in advancing gender equality.

Contact Details

If you have any queries regarding the vacancy or the application process, please contact Antonella Riccio (a.riccio@ucl.ac.uk).