Research Technician

About the role

We are recruiting a Research Technician to provide technical support by assisting the lab members with various experimental procedures, analysis of results, and lab organisation, aiming not only to apply the current methods used in the laboratory, but also to improve their efficacy and expand their reach. You will work under the direct supervision of three Research Fellows but be expected to work independently and provide input into the design and execution of experiments on a day-to-day basis.

The post is available immediately and is funded by the Alzheimer’s Association for 18 months in the first instance.

If you need reasonable adjustments or a more accessible format to apply for this job online, or have any queries regarding the application process, please contact the Institute of Neurology HR Team (ion.hradmin@ucl.ac.uk).

Informal enquiries regarding the role can be addressed to Samantha Henry (s.henry@ucl.ac.uk).

About you

You’ll have a BSc (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline such as Neuroscience, Physiology, Biology, or Medicine, experience with histology and tissue staining, and protein isolation, and with imaging and image analysis. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to act on your own initiative and prioritise your own work to deadlines, and knowledge of neuroscience-related themes are also essential for this role.

This role does not meet the eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa certificate of sponsorship under UK Visas and Immigration legislation. Therefore, UCL will not be able to sponsor individuals who require the right to work in the UK to carry out this role.

For full details and to apply, visit the UCL website.