Research Technician (0.9 FTE)

About us

The Division of Biosciences at UCL is one of the world's foremost centres for research and teaching in the biological sciences. We have an outstanding international reputation and a community of over 500 staff and more than 300 PhD students engaged in cutting edge research and collaboration.

Further information can be found on our website https://www.ucl.ac.uk/biosciences

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Niccoli Lab (https://www.niccolilab.org/). You will join a team working collaboratively towards understanding the pathogenesis of ALS, with the hope of uncovering novel disease mechanisms for therapeutic development

About the role

We are looking for a Research Technician to assist in an MND Association funded project that aims to understand the role of redox signaling in motor neuron disease, using the fruit fly Drosophila melanogaster as the primary model system.

• The salary for this role is £36,433 (inclusive of London weighting), pro-rated for 0.9 FTE
• The post-holder will work 0.9 FTE, with either Tuesday OR Thursday afternoons off
• The post is available for 24 months in the first instance. 

For full details of the role and how to apply please visit the UCL website

About you

You will be highly motivated, willing and able to work effectively as part of a collaborative team, with a strong attention to detail and good communication skills.

You will have a degree in a Cell, Molecular Biology or Genetics related subject area and some relevant laboratory experience. Experience with Drosophila is desirable.

What we offer

The UCL Ways of Working supports colleagues to be successful and happy at UCL through sharing expectations around how we work – please https://www.ucl.ac.uk/human-resources/policies-advice/ways-working to find out more.

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits. Visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/reward-and-benefits to find out more.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

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