We are seeking to appoint a research technician in Professor James Ainge’s lab in the School of Psychology & Neuroscience. The technician will join a vibrant research team examining the brain mechanisms that support episodic memory, the memory for our everyday lives. We use a combination of state-of-the-art neuroscience techniques (including high density electrophysiology and genetic manipulation of the memory circuit) and innovative behavioural testing of memory in rodents.
Key Responsibilities:
* Managing day-to-day running of the lab
* Managing mouse colonies
* Behavioural testing of mice
* Histology / imaging
Minimum Requirements:
Candidates should hold an appropriate academic (e.g. BSc. Psychology or Neuroscience) or technical (e.g. HNC/D Animal care, IAT diploma in laboratory animal science and technology) qualification and have experience of working with laboratory rodents.
Vacancy Reference Number: TG1273DD
Closing Date: 14 Nov 2024
Salary: £26,642 per annum
Duration: Until 11 December 2026
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Email: jaa7@st-andrews.ac.uk
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