Research Fellow

About us

Biosciences is one of the world’s foremost centres for research and teaching in the biological sciences and one of the largest Divisions within UCL, undertaking a significant amount of research and teaching. The Division has a diverse portfolio addressing all areas of biology from protein interactions to cell function, organism development, genetics, population studies and the environment.

Applications are invited for a Research Fellow to join the Edwards/Cummings lab in the UCL Research Department of Neuroscience Physiology and Pharmacology.

About the role

We are aiming to recruit personnel to undertake molecular biology experiments relating to novel aged mouse models of Alzheimer’s disease. The post holder will assist the team in the development, planning and delivery of research funded by The Cure Alzheimer’s Fund USA, Alzheimer’s Research UK and National Institute of Health USA. Being expert in planning and executing molecular biology experiments is essential.

The post is available for 10 months with possibility of extension.

Please note that the salary for this role is limited to £38,308 per annum.
Appointment at Grade 7 is dependent upon having been awarded a PhD; if not the case, initial appointment will be at Grade 6 (salary £35,702 - £37,548 per annum) with payment at Grade 7 being backdated to the date of final submission of the PhD Thesis.

A job description and person specification can be accessed at the bottom of this page.

If you have any queries about the role, please contact Professor Frances Edwards at f.a.edwards@ucl.ac.uk. If you need reasonable adjustments or a more accessible format to apply for this job online or have any queries about the application process, please contact Biosciences staffing at biosciences.staffing@ucl.ac.uk.

About you

You have experience in:

• handling mice, and undertaking molecular biology experiments in aged mice
• PhD in relevant subject area (or are close to submission) and
• proven knowledge of central synaptic transmission
• experience in supervising student projects
• experience in electrophysiology and/or behavioural experiments would be an advantage but not essential
• You will be expected to produce independent and original contributions to the project. In addition to developing and conducting the research, you will communicate results as scientific papers and in scientific presentations at local, national and international conferences.

What we offer

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below: • 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days) • Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme • Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE) • Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan • Immigration loan • Relocation scheme for certain posts • On-Site nursery • On-site gym • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay • Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service • Discounted medical insurance Visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/reward-and-benefits to find out more.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

As London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world’s talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL’s workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people. Our department holds an Athena SWAN Bronze award, in recognition of our commitment to advancing gender equality. You can read more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/equality-diversity-inclusion/