Research Technician

Location: Centre for Neural Circuits and Behaviour, Tinsley Building, Mansfield Road, Oxford

Department of Physiology, Anatomy & Genetics

University of Oxford

Sherrington Building, Parks Road, Oxford

Full time / fixed term until 30 June 2027

Overview of the role:

We are seeking to appoint a Research Technician to support the activities of the Goodwin Group in the Centre for Neural Circuits and Behaviour. The BBSRC funded Laboratory Technician will be required

to work closely with members of the Goodwin lab providing day-to-day support, as well as work within the technical support team at the CNCB, which shares responsibility for the running and maintenance of the facility.

Please refer to Job Details for responsibilities, these can be find via the 'Apply' button above.

Selection criteria:

• Hold a first degree, together with some relevant experience
• Background in Biological Sciences is essential, particularly Genetics.
• Experience in basic molecular biology techniques.
• Ability to work as part of a team and to collaborate with colleagues on a range of projects.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with the use of computers to include word processing, databases and email.
• Ability to manage own research and administrative activities
• Experience of following and adapting protocols and selecting appropriate experimental methodologies
• Commitment to engaging with, and promoting awareness of, equality, diversity and inclusion and embedding these into your work.

What we offer:

Your wellbeing at work matters, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:

• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days annual leave
• A comprehensive range of childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Cycle and electric car loan schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans

How to apply:

Please provide a supporting statement outlining how you meet the selection criteria along with your CV, and the details of two referees as part of your online application.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Thursday 19^th February 2026.

Applications are particularly welcome from women, black and minority ethnic candidates who are under-represented in academic posts in Oxford.

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DPAG’s Statement of Inclusion:

We, as a Department and Community, will be considerate and welcoming of all people, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and socio-economic background. We acknowledge societal inequalities and how these impact us, and those around us, personally and professionally. Our policies, practices and Respectful Behaviours Framework underpin this commitment.

DPAG and Sustainability:

We have signed up to The Laboratory Efficiency Assessment Framework (LEAF) and Green Impact, actively implementing and encouraging eco-friendly practices that reduce waste, promote energy efficiency, and promote bio-diversity. See the job description for more detail.

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