Research Assistant (Fixed Term)
Cambridge Faculty of Law
Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Cambridge
Contract type: Part time
The Institute of Metabolic Science is recruiting a Laboratory Manager / Research Assistant with good organizational skills and robust expertise in mouse brain histology and confocal microscopy to join the group of Dr. Clémence Blouet, within a programme aimed at understanding the mechanisms through which brain nutrient sensing contributes to energy and glucose homeostasis.
The successful candidate will manage a vibrant lab 50% of the time and assist research projects 50% of the time. The studies will mainly involve brain histological approaches, imaging and image analysis, with opportunities to learn new skills in a highly multidisciplinary team. This is a full-time post, however applications from those wishing to work part-time will be considered.
Key Responsibilities
To be considered for this position, you must:
Informal enquiries can be made to Dr. Clémence Blouet, Metabolic Research Laboratories, Level 4, Wellcome Trust-MRC Institute of Metabolic Science, Box 289 Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge CB2 0QQ. Email: [email protected]
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 9 January 2026 in the first instance.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check, a health assessment and a security check.
Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
Please ensure that you upload a covering letter and CV in the Upload section of the online application. The covering letter should outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.
Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.
Closing date: 10th December 2024
Date of interview: To be confirmed
Please quote reference RG42349 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Further information
The successful candidate will manage a vibrant lab 50% of the time and assist research projects 50% of the time. The studies will mainly involve brain histological approaches, imaging and image analysis, with opportunities to learn new skills in a highly multidisciplinary team. This is a full-time post, however applications from those wishing to work part-time will be considered.
Key Responsibilities
To be considered for this position, you must:
- possess a BSc degree or equivalent in neuroscience, biochemistry, physiology, or a related field.
- have robust experience with mouse brain histology techniques, confocal microscopy and image analysis.
- have skills in working independently to solve experimental problems.
- be self-motivated, creative, and curious.
- possess excellent record-keeping, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Informal enquiries can be made to Dr. Clémence Blouet, Metabolic Research Laboratories, Level 4, Wellcome Trust-MRC Institute of Metabolic Science, Box 289 Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge CB2 0QQ. Email: [email protected]
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 9 January 2026 in the first instance.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check, a health assessment and a security check.
Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
Please ensure that you upload a covering letter and CV in the Upload section of the online application. The covering letter should outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.
Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.
Closing date: 10th December 2024
Date of interview: To be confirmed
Please quote reference RG42349 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
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