About the Role
This post will support research related to a Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) research fellowship (to Dr Yuri Kawaguchi). The primary task is to conduct eye-tracking studies in macaques, which will involve training, experimental design and data collection. The research will be conducted at the Medical Research Council Centre for Macaques (CFM), which is a breeding facility of rhesus macaques located in Salisbury, UK. The post will also provide support for other small or pilot projects in need of research support.
You will be investigating how primates perceive and respond to infants, combining cutting‑edge cognitive testing with real‑world behavioural data. The findings will be used to develop non‑invasive tools that can predict how individuals will interact with infants, ultimately informing breeding management and enhancing welfare standards in captive colonies. The aim of the project is to understand the mechanisms of individual differences in parenting as fundamental rules of life and also as a means to improve animal welfare.
You will need to have experience working with animals in a captive setting, ideally using experimental, cognitive and/or behavioural research techniques and quantitative observational methods. You will be based in Salisbury but will need to travel to Nottingham to meet with the team regularly (travel costs will be provided).
For more details, please take a look at the role profile. We’ll still consider applications even if you don’t meet every single one of the requirements, so don’t be put off if you don’t match them perfectly. For any informal queries about the role or the team, please contact Dr Yuri Kawaguchi (BBSRC Research Fellow: yuri.kawaguchi@ntu.ac.uk) or Professor Bridget Waller (BBSRC mentor: bridget.waller@ntu.ac.uk).
Note: This role is subject to the successful candidate meeting the required level of security clearance. Eligibility will depend on individual circumstances and vetting outcomes.
Eligibility
Please note that unfortunately, this role has been assessed as ineligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points‑based immigration system. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position.
Benefits
* 30‑35 days annual leave per year plus statutory bank holidays and 5 university closure days pro rata.
* Salary Sacrifice Retirement Savings Plan with life assurance and income protection. Available to colleagues who choose to opt out of the contractual pension scheme. Minimum colleague contributions of 0% matched with minimum NTU contributions of 8%.
* Range of health and wellbeing services, including a Health Cash Plan, voluntary benefits, discounts, and savings for all colleagues.
* £27,246 to £28,608 per annum pro rata. Grade E.
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