Location: | Exeter |
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Salary: | The starting salary will be from £34,610 on Grade E, depending on qualifications and experience. |
Hours: | Full Time |
Contract Type: | Fixed-Term/Contract |
Placed On: | 16th October 2025 |
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Closes: | 13th November 2025 |
Job Ref: | Q05026 |
The Faculty wishes to recruit a Postdoctoral Research Associate to support the work of Dr Clémence Bernard. This Wellcome-Trust funded post is available from 1st February 2026 for a period of three years. The successful applicant will investigate how mRNA modifications regulate the synaptic integration of neurons in the mouse cerebral cortex. This work forms a central part of the larger research programme of our growing team, on the post-transcriptional processes that control the assembly of cortical circuits in the mammalian brain.
The post will involve working with transgenic mouse models to explore the regulation of mRNA modifications in developing cortical neurons. Key techniques will include biochemical approaches, fixed tissue imaging, stereotactic surgery, structural and functional analyses of circuit development, and cutting-edge direct RNA sequencing. The successful applicant will work closely with the group leader and other team members, including a research assistant and a PhD student. They will benefit from training in a vibrant and collaborative research environment, which offers the opportunity to develop skills in a wide range of state-of-the-art biomedical research methods.
About you
The successful applicant will be able to present information on research progress and outcomes, communicate complex information, orally, in writing and electronically and prepare proposals and applications to external bodies.
Applicants will possess a relevant PhD (or be nearing completion) or possess an equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study and be able to demonstrate sufficient knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to work within established research programmes. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a strong interest in circuits development who is able to work confidently with transgenic rodent models. You will interact closely with the group leader and be expected to contribute intellectually and take ownership of the project. The role requires effective collaboration within the team, excellent record-keeping and strong organisational skills. Prior experience in any of the following is desirable: biochemical and histological techniques, stereotactic surgery, and analysis of high dimensional datasets.
Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.
What we can offer you
Further information
For further information please contact Clémence Bernard, e-mail c.bernard@exeter.ac.uk.
The closing date for completed applications is 13th November. Interviews are expected to take place on the week of the 8th of December 2025.
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