Job reference:BMH-028965
Salary:£37,174 - £45,413 per annum depending on relevant experience
Faculty/Organisational Unit:Biology, Medicine Health
Location:Manchester
Employment type:Fixed Term
Division/Team:Division of Neuroscience
Hours Per Week:Full Time (1 FTE)
Closing date (DD/MM/YYYY):18/06/2025
Contract Duration:35 Months
School/Directorate:School of Biological Sciences
We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to develop preclinical genetic therapies for epilepsy.
The project focuses on microRNAs – short noncoding RNAs which negatively regulate gene expression – and their role(s) in epilepsy. The candidate will use a combination of cell culture and rodent models to interrogate the mechanistic and therapeutic effects of novel microRNA-based therapies. In particular, we will focus on the relationships between microRNA and GABAergic signalling in the context of epilepsy.
The ideal candidate will have strong experience in patch clamp electrophysiology and gene expression analysis with RT-qPCR. Candidates will ideally have experience of working with laboratory rodents, as well as in vitro/in vivo epilepsy models and rodent behavioural assays. Candidates with experience in most (but perhaps not all) of these approaches are encouraged to enquire or apply.
What you will get in return:
* Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
* Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
* Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
* Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
* Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers
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.
Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out morehere
Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.
Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.
Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed toPeople.Recruitment@manchester.ac.uk.
Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.
Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:
Name: Dr Gareth Morris.
Emailgareth.morris-3@manchester.ac.uk
Lab website :www.morrisepilepsylab.com
General enquiries:
Email:People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk
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This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.
£37,174 to £45,413 per annum depending on relevant experience
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