About the role
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join the lab, focusing on the cell biology of microglia in Alzheimer’s Disease. The project will investigate how AD risk genes alter microglia function, particularly in relation to the astrocyte secretome and membrane trafficking in amyloid pathology.
You will work at the interface of computational and wet lab teams, contributing to a high-impact project in its final pre-publication stages. This role offers the opportunity to develop expertise in neurodegenerative diseases within a dynamic, international research environment.
The post is available immediately and funded by the Medical Research Council for one year 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 ().
Informal enquiries regarding the role can be addressed to Dr Lorena Arancibia ().
A full job description and person specification for this role can be accessed below.
About you
You’ll have a PhD in Cell Biology, Immunology, Neuroscience, or a related field, with experience in astrocyte cell culture and a strong understanding of the astrocyte secretome. Additionally, you will have knowledge of molecular biology, astrocyte cell biology, and Alzheimer’s disease.
Extensive experience with TurboID proximity ligation proteomics, mass spectroscopy, and of handling and analysing large omics datasets is also essential for this role.
This role meets the eligibility requirements for a skilled worker certificate of sponsorship or a global talent visa under UK Visas and Immigration legislation. Therefore, UCL welcomes applications from international applicants who require a visa.
What we offer
Starting salary offered at £44, per annum, inclusive of London Allowance.
Appointment as Research Fellow is dependent upon having been awarded a PhD; if this is not the case, initial appointment will be as Research Assistant (salary £38, - £41, per annum) with appointment as Research Fellow being backdated to the date of final submission of the PhD thesis.
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer great benefits, some of which are below:
1. 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
2. Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme
3. Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
4. Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
5. Immigration loan
6. On-site nursery
7. On-site gym
8. Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
9. Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
10. Discounted medical insurance