A vacancy is available in a productive and well-funded group which studies the electrical development of neural circuits and mechanisms/treatments of epilepsy.
The post, which is funded for 3 years (with the possibility of extension), will support a wide range of research activity in the field of neuroscience, electrophysiology, molecular biology and Drosophila genetics/husbandry.
You will contribute to on-going research projects by supporting experiments through generation of Drosophila stocks and behavioural analyses. This will, on occasion, involve independently performing experiments, contributing to experimental design, consultation with other researchers, data analysis, presentation and reporting.
The post also involves advisory and supervisory roles with respect to ensuring there is a sound scientific knowledge base available and compliance with University procedures and regulations, particularly Health and Safety legislation and procurement of consumables.
You will also be responsible for day-to-day management of the laboratory to include, advice and induction with regard to use of equipment and general laboratory procedures.
As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.
Happy to talk flexible working.
Blended working arrangements may be considered
Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.
Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:
Name: Professor Richard Baines
Email: Richard.baines@manchester.ac.uk
General enquiries:
Email: hrservices@manchester.ac.uk
Technical support:
https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home
This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.
Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.
