Postdoctoral Research Fellow
7 months ago
**UE07 £39,347 to £46,974 per annum**
**CMVM/Edinburgh Medical School/Deanery of Biomedical Sciences/Centre for Discovery Brain sciences**
**Full-time, 35 hours per week**
**Fixed-Term, 2 years**
**The Opportunity**:
To contribute to the development of a programme of high-quality research investigating the function and dysfunction of dynamin-1 in models of epilepsy. Research will be primarily focused on investigating synaptic vesicle recycling in primary neuronal cultures in addition to standard molecular biology and biochemistry.
This post is full-time (35 hours per week), This is a 100% on-campus role.
**Your skills and attributes for success**:
- Determine the molecular and cellular effect of human mutations in the _DNM1 _gene (involves primary neuronal culture, live fluorescence imaging of primary neurons, standard molecular biology techniques and protein/lipid interaction assays)
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records to document research progress
- Continually update knowledge and understanding in the field of presynaptic dysfunction in neurodevelopmental disorders and epilepsy
- Provide guidance and supervision for student projects and/or instruction of students in the use of equipment/demonstration of techniques.
**Click to view a copy of the full **job description **(opens new browser tab)
**As a valued member of our team you can expect**:
- A competitive salary of £39,347 - £46,974 per annum
- An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
- To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
- Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our **staff benefits page **(opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits
**Championing equality, diversity and inclusion**
The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.
Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our **right to work webpages **(opens new browser tab).
**Key dates to note**
Interviews will be held **within 2-4 weeks of the closing date.
-
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
3 weeks ago
Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom IN-RGY Group Full timeWe are recruiting a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join our research group at the University of Edinburgh's Institute of Ecology and Evolution.Job Summary:This is a fixed-term appointment for 24 months, with the possibility of extension.The successful candidate will contribute to ongoing research projects investigating disease susceptibility and gut health...
-
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
3 weeks ago
Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom MPOWIR Mentoring Physical Oceanography Women to Increase Retention Full timeResearch OpportunityWe are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join our team at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography and the University of Edinburgh.The successful candidate will have a strong background in fluid dynamics and expertise in numerical modelling, with a focus on Physical Oceanography and Geophysical Fluid Dynamics. The positions are...
-
Sidb Postdoctoral Research Fellow
7 months ago
Edinburgh, United Kingdom University of Edinburgh Full time**UE07 £37,099 - £44,263 Per Annum** **College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine / Edinburgh Medical School / Deanery of Biomedical Sciences / Centre for Discovery Brain Sciences** **Contract Type - Fixed-Term (2 Years)** **Full-time - 35 Hours Per Week** The Simons Initiative for the Developing Brain located in the Centre for Discovery Brain...
-
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
7 months ago
Edinburgh, United Kingdom University of Edinburgh Full time**UE07: £37,099 - £44,263** **CMVM/Edinburgh Medical School/Deanery of Biomedical Sciences/Centre Discovery Brain Sciences/UK Dementia Research Institute** **Contract Type - Fixed-Term 1 year with possible extension to 2 years** **Full-time - 35 hours per week** We are looking for a postdoctoral Research Fellow to study mechanisms of astrocyte...
-
Postdoctoral Research Fellow in AI
1 month ago
Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom ELLIS Full timeWe invite applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow position in the Edinburgh NLP Group. The successful candidate will contribute to advancing the field of Natural Language Processing and Machine Learning.About the RoleThis is an exciting opportunity to work on a challenging project funded by Huawei. You will be part of a dynamic team of researchers...
-
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
7 months ago
Edinburgh, United Kingdom University of Edinburgh Full time**Grade UE07 £39,347- £46,974** **College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine/Institute for Regeneration and Repair/Centre for Inflammation Research** **Full-Time at 35 hours per week** **Fixed-Term for 20 months with opportunity to extend (funding permitting) **The Opportunity**: Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join our...
-
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
7 months ago
Edinburgh, United Kingdom University of Edinburgh Full time**UE07: £37,099 - £44,263 Per Annum** **College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine / Edinburgh Medical School / Deanery of Biomedical Sciences / Centre for Discovery Brain Sciences/UK Dementia Institute** **Full Time, 35 hours per week** **Fixed Term, 2.5 years** A Postdoctoral Research Fellow position is available in Dr. Kathryn Bowles’ lab at the...
-
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
3 days ago
Edinburgh, United Kingdom University of Edinburgh Full time**UE07: £36.333.00 - £43,155.00 Per Annum** **CMVM / Deanery of Clinical Sciences / The Centre for Regenerative Medicine** **Fixed Term Contract: Full Time - 35 Hours per Week** **Fixed Term Contract Duration: 3 Years** We are seeking an independent and highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow for a 3 year project funded by BBSRC exploring the...
-
Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom The University of Edinburgh Full timeA talented Postdoctoral Research Fellow is sought by The University of Edinburgh to contribute to a project on developing new mixed-anion functional materials. The successful candidate will work closely with a growing and inter-disciplinary team to advance knowledge in chemistry, physics, and materials science.This is an exciting opportunity for a researcher...
-
Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Animal Genetics
3 weeks ago
Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom The University of Edinburgh Full timeThe University of Edinburgh seeks a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Animal Genetics to join our team at the Roslin Institute.This exciting opportunity focuses on applying genome editing technologies to enhance cattle productivity and welfare.A successful candidate will be part of a dynamic team that integrates cutting-edge genomics and AI-driven approaches...
-
Sidb Postdoctoral Research Fellow
7 months ago
Edinburgh, United Kingdom University of Edinburgh Full time**UE07 £37,099 - £44,263 per annum** **CMVM/Edinburgh Medical School/Deanery of Biomedical Sciences/Centre Discovery Brain Sciences/Simons Initiative for the Developing Brain** **Fixed-Term: 2 years** **Full-time: 35 hours per week** We wish to appoint a Simons Postdoctoral Fellow to contribute to the development of a programme of high quality research...
-
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
7 months ago
Edinburgh, United Kingdom University of Edinburgh Full time**UE07: £37,099 - £44,263 per annum** **College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine, Clinical Sciences, Institute for Regeneration and Repair, Centre for Inflammation Research** **Full-Time 35 hours per week** **Fixed Term for 12 months** We are looking for Band 7 Postdoctoral Research Fellow to undertake a series of studies validating the in vivo...
-
Postdoctoral Researcher
2 weeks ago
Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Uag Full timeAre you a skilled researcher looking for a challenging opportunity? Do you have experience in machine learning and programming?Job Title: Postdoctoral Research AssociateEstimated Salary: £43,000 - £49,000 per annumWe are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join our team and contribute to our research on machine learning for complex...
-
Postdoctoral Fellow
5 days ago
Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom The University of Edinburgh Full timeAbout the RoleWe are looking for a talented and motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to join our team in Solvation at the University of Edinburgh.The successful candidate will have a strong track record in research and a PhD in chemistry or a related field.The role involves conducting experiments, collecting and analyzing data, and presenting...
-
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
6 days ago
Edinburgh, United Kingdom University of Edinburgh Full time**UE07: £36,333.00 - £43,155.00 Per Annum** **CMVM / Edinburgh Medical School / Deanery of Biomedical Sciences / Centre for Discovery Brain Sciences** **Fixed Term Contract: Full-Time - 35 Hours per Week** **Fixed-Term Contract Duration: 2 years, in first instance, with possibility of extension.** We are looking for a motivated postdoctoral researcher...
-
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
7 months ago
Edinburgh, United Kingdom University of Edinburgh Full time**Grade UE07- £39,347- £46,974** **due to limited budget on the project, offers can be made up to step 3 UE07 grade (£41,732) for the duration of the post. A salary over this threshold may result in a reduced duration of contract** **CMVM- Institute for Regeneration and Repair** **Full-time: 35 hours per week** **Fixed-term: 32 months **The...
-
Research Fellow
6 months ago
Edinburgh, United Kingdom University of Edinburgh Full time**UE07, £37,099 - £44,263 per annum** **College of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine, Deanery of Clinical Sciences, Centre for Cardiovascular Sciences** **Fixed term, to 30 September 2027 initially** **Full time, 35 hours per week** We are looking for a postdoctoral research fellow with expertise in the field of translational cardiovascular research to join...
-
Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom The University of Edinburgh Full timeSalary and BenefitsA competitive salary of up to £47,874 per annum is available for this role.About the PositionThis Postdoctoral Research Fellowship is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated individual to contribute to the research efforts in scattering amplitudes for gravitational physics at the University of Edinburgh.ResponsibilitiesConduct...
-
Postdoctoral Researcher
5 days ago
Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom The University of Edinburgh Full timeWe are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join our team and contribute to innovative research on Machine Learning (ML) applied to topologically complex polymers and molecules.In this role, you will conduct research on ML methods for analyzing complex polymer systems, collaborate with researchers to draft papers and grant proposals, and...
-
AI and Robotics Research Fellow
2 weeks ago
Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Uag Full timeAre you passionate about AI and Robotics research? Do you want to make a difference in the field of Natural Language Processing? The University of Edinburgh's School of Informatics is seeking an exceptional AI and Robotics Research Fellow to join our esteemed faculty.This exciting opportunity offers the chance to work at the forefront of NLP and Robotics...