Research Associate
University of Sheffield -Department of Neuroscience
Job Reference Number: UOS006405
Contract Type: Fixed-term for three years or 31 May 2016.
Working Pattern: Full Time
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health
Department: Department of Neuroscience, School of Medicine, Sheffield Institute for Translational Neuroscience
Salary: Grade 7, £28,685 to £30,424 per annum
Closing Date: 16 May 2013
Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated scientist to carry out a research project funded by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council to examine dysfunction of brain endothelium in ageing. The project is entirely based at the Sheffield Institute for Translational Neuroscience (SITraN) (http://sitran.dept.shef.ac.uk), and will be within a group interested in brain ageing and dementia. The study is also part of a close collaboration with the Open University, and takes an integrated approach using human tissue and models.
You should be qualified to PhD level (or equivalent) in Neuroscience or Ageing Sciences and have experience and interest in translational research, particularly in neurodegeneration. Post-doctoral level experience will be an advantage. You will use microarray-based techniques to assess microRNAs in endothelial cell ageing and their effects on the blood brain barrier. You will have good practical experience of molecular techniques and will contribute to the work of an internationally recognised research group.
Closing date: 16/05/2013
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