Research Associate in Neuroimmunology

at  The University of Manchester

A new and exciting opportunity is available in the Quintana lab to explore how the immune system controls sleep, and more broadly, circadian behaviour during chronic challenges. We seek to appoint an outstanding postdoctoral researcher with a strong background and proven track record in neurosciences that will join a multidisciplinary team of immunologists and infection biologists. The candidate will work across disciplines to address fundamental questions in neuroimmunology and behaviour. Therefore, the ideal candidate is expected to have a ambition to expand their skillsets into other complementary disciplines whilst in the lab.
The successful candidate will undertake postdoctoral activities in the areas of neurosciences and neuroimmunology, and related cross-disciplinary research. This would be expected to include independently formulating hypothesis and conducting original research utilizing various animal models and techniques including, but not limited to, in vitro and in vivo electrophysiology (e.g., whole cell patch clamp, field recordings), chemogenetics, optogenetics, stereotactic surgeries, behavioural tests in mice, imaging, 3D cell image reconstruction, amongst others.
The Research Associate would be expected to work alongside the PI to conceptualize studies and design experiments, and to work towards the publication of their findings in appropriate journals. Moreover, the role involves contributing to the team science by supporting other lab members and undergraduate trainees intellectually and practically - and through collaborative work with internal and external collaborators. The appointed candidate will also be supported to explore all the opportunities available locally, nationally, and internationally for career development, from applying to relevant fellowships to acquiring transferable skills of interest.
This post is initially for 24 months, with funds available to extend the contract for another 36 months depending on satisfactory progression.
The lab ethos is of curiosity, passion, inclusion, humility, and teamwork, and so the successful candidate is expected to operate and thrive under such values. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have demonstrable knowledge of neuroscience, behaviour and related areas, and therefore experience with murine models is essential. Women and underrepresented minorities (e.g., POC, LGBTQ+) are particularly and strongly encouraged to submit their applications.

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