Research Technician in the Physiology of Appetite and Body Weight Research

We seek a research technician to join our European Research Council funded team extending the optogenetic potential of animal opsins by protein engineering and experimental validation. Applicants must have experience of experimental techniques relevant for in vivo or ex vivo neurophysiology. They should ideally hold a Home Office Personal License for research on laboratory rodents. The successful applicant will spend most of their time on project specific research tasks but will also be asked to contribute to the general management of the lab. Familiarity with general health and safety processes and with legislation regarding genetically modified organisms would be an advantage. The successful candidate will join a dynamic and ambitious research group in Manchester, working in close collaboration with our ERC Synergy award partners in Switzerland (Gebhard Schertler) and Germany (Peter Hegemann).

• Collecting and collating data from neurophysiological experiments
• Maintaining accurate and comprehensive records
• Contributing to safe and effective running of the laboratory
• Maintaining effective communication with lab members and our internal and external collaborators

We welcome candidates who bring diverse perspectives, experiences, and approaches to their work.

We value transferable skills and real-world experience as much as formal qualifications.

Name: Rachel Watkins

Email: rachel.watkins@manchester.ac.uk

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This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must demonstrate the right to work in the UK.

Applications close at midnight on the closing date.

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