University of Cambridge
Research Associate in Neuroscience
Institute of Metabolic Science – Metabolic Research Laboratories
Vacancy Ref: RG03555
Salary: £28,695 to £37,394
Limit of tenure applies*
Applications are invited for a Research Associate position funded by a European
Research Council (ERC) and Wellcome Trust grant. You will work on a research
study led by Dr Akhilesh Reddy on the biology of the circadian (24 hour) clock and
the molecular mechanisms underlying sleep. You will be involved in the full scope of
the research team's activities including learning and applying new techniques.
Duties include, but are not limited to, establishing and maintaining transgenic mouse
lines, developing mouse behavioural models and in vivo analysis of circadian
rhythms and sleep (including video tracking and EEG electrode implantation), the
extraction and handling of DNA/RNA/protein from samples, cell and tissue culture, in
situ hybridization and immunohistochemistry.
Applicants should have a PhD in Neuroscience, or a related discipline. A strong,
demonstrable background in neuroscience, rodent behaviour and rodent surgical
techniques (including stereotactic surgery) is essential. Applicants will be expected to
have a recent record of peer-reviewed publications in sleep-related research. It is
critical that applicants hold a valid UK Home Office Licence (or equivalent in
exceptional circumstances). You will have significant experience in the analysis of
animal EEG data and video streams using AnyMaze, Ethovision, or equivalent
tracking software. Experience in molecular biology (e.g. DNA cloning and transgenic
construct design) and optogenetic techniques would be desirable. Candidates are
expected to demonstrate good information technology skills, have the ability to work
effectively within a team, and to manage their own workload in an organised way.
Applications, including CV and covering letter should be submitted on-line via Apply
on advertisement position Ref. RG03555 on http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/
Informal enquiries should be emailed to Dr Akhilesh Reddy: abr20@cam.ac.uk
Closing date: 15th September 2014
*The funds for this post are available until 30th September 2016 in the first instance