Research Technician
3 weeks ago
About the Role
You will be joining the laboratory of Dr Cara Croft to further our understanding of mechanisms underlying Alzheimer's disease. Specifically, you will be exploring resilience to Alzheimer's-linked tau protein pathology. The post holder will support the principal investigator and research team with various experimental procedures, analysis of results and lab organisation, aiming not only to apply the current methods used in the laboratory, but also to improve their efficacy and expand their reach. They will work under the direct supervision of the principal investigator and her team, but also be expected to work independently and provide input into the design and execution of experiments on a day-to-day basis.
About You
You will likely have a BSc or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline (Neuroscience, Physiology, Biology, or a related field). You will bring knowledge/experience in research techniques not limited to but including primary cell culture, basic biochemistry and molecular and cellular biology, although initial training in all relevant techniques will be provided. You will have an interest in Alzheimer's disease and other neurodegenerative diseases and want to develop your knowledge in this area and grow professionally. For more detailed further information about you and this role please consult the job pack.
About the School/Department/Institute/Project
The Blizard Institute was established in 2003 and is one of six Institutes within the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, QMUL. The Institute comprises approximately 350 staff based in four academic Centres and one Public Engagement Centre, and supports a combined total of c750 postgraduate research and taught students. The Institute aims to deliver excellence in all aspects of research, teaching and clinical service.
About Queen Mary
At Queen Mary University of London, we believe that a diversity of ideas helps us achieve the previously unthinkable.
Throughout our history, we've fostered social justice and improved lives through academic excellence. And we continue to live and breathe this spirit today, not because it's simply 'the right thing to do' but for what it helps us achieve and the intellectual brilliance it delivers.
We continue to embrace diversity of thought and opinion in everything we do, in the belief that when views collide, disciplines interact, and perspectives intersect, truly original thought takes form.
Benefits
We offer competitive salaries, access to a generous pension scheme, 30 days' leave per annum (pro-rata for part-time/fixed-term), a season ticket loan scheme and access to a comprehensive range of personal and professional development opportunities. In addition, we offer a range of work life balance and family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and campus facilities including an on-site nursery at the Mile End campus.
Queen Mary's commitment to our diverse and inclusive community is embedded in our appointments processes. Reasonable adjustments will be made at each stage of the recruitment process for any candidate with a disability. We are open to considering applications from candidates wishing to work flexibly.
£31,421 to £34,728 per annium
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