英国MRC分子生物学实验室2025年招聘博士后（神经科学）

英国医学研究理事会(Medical Research Council，简称MRC)成立于1913年，隶属于英国研究理事会，是一个由英国公共资金建立的国家级政府机构，是英国七大国家级研究理事会之一，其宗旨是资助为改善人们健康状况而开展的医学研究。

Postdoctoral Scientist - Neurobiology - Dr William Schafer - LMB 2537

MRC Laboratory Of Molecular Biology, UKRI

Postdoctoral Scientist

Salary £41,344 per annum

Duration Fixed term 3 years

MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology, Cambridge, UK

Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Scientist position in the laboratory of Dr William Schafer at the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology (LMB), Cambridge, to work within a programme aimed at understanding the role of K2P channels in synapse function and development. Specifically, to undertake research to investigate the how mutations in neuronal K2P channels affect synaptic activity and structure, including discovery of downstream mechanisms and behavioural consequences. Key approaches will include electron microscopy of C. elegans, in vivo neural imaging using genetically encoded indicators, nematode molecular genetics, and quantitative behavioural analysis.

The ideal candidate will possess a background in C. elegans molecular and cellular neuroscience and combination of skills in electron microscopy, analysis of synaptic biology using fluorescent probes and confocal microscopy, classical and molecular genetics of nematodes, and quantitative analysis of C. elegans behaviour. The candidate will also have a PhD in a relevant biological subject or due to complete within 6 months.

This is a three-year training and development position suitable for you if you have recently completed your doctoral studies, or you are looking to move into a new research discipline and/or need to further develop your research skills. Working with our world class scientists you will be working in an Institute renowned for its excellent scientific facilities and high-quality research.

We are able to offer this role on a full-time, part-time or job-share basis (minimum 20 hours per week). The LMB has a collaborative working culture and state-of-the-art The LMB has an inclusive and collaborative working culture, and you will be based in our state-of-the-art building on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus. We have on-site parking, cycle enclosures and excellent public transport links to the site. You will be able to access our range of excellent benefits including a staff restaurant with roof terrace, on-site nursery, sports and social facilities. You will be eligible to join our defined benefit pension scheme with an employer contribution of 16%, holiday entitlement of 40.5 days per annum (including bank holidays and privilege days) and a generous employee discount scheme. We are also committed to providing training and development opportunities including support towards role-related qualifications.

The LMB is a world-class research institute within UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). UKRI is nine research councils, working together across all disciplines and sectors. More information can be found at www.ukri.org and www.mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk.

This role qualifies for endorsement by UKRI for a UK Global Talent Visa, for which the successful applicant is likely to be eligible to apply. Immigration costs (visa and health surcharge) can be reclaimed from UKRI after taking up the post (terms and conditions apply).

Closing date: 05/01/2025