Electrophysiology Research Assistant (1502-24)

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Start Date:

As soon as possible following successful interview

End Date:

30th June 2024 (to be confirmed)

Location:

Highfield Campus

Hours:

15 Hours per week

Job Purpose:

To provide electrophysiology research laboratory assistance.

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities:

• General laboratory help (e.g. physiological solution making)
• HEK cell culture and transfection
• Plasmid maxipreps
• Electrophysiological recording in HEK cells or brain tissue
• Processing and handling of animal brain tissue
• Any other duties as allocated by the line manager following consultation with the post holder

 Essential Skills:

• Knowledge of HEK cell culture and transfection and/or processing of animal brain tissue.
• Knowledge of electrophysiological recordings (either patch clamp or field recordings)
• Can plan experiments to test a hypothesis in a specified time frame.
• Has experience in taking initiative to solve problems in experimental execution.
• Can interact positively with team members.
• Can present prior findings and provide critical analysis and future directions on prior research.

 Desirable Skills:

• Existing Health and safety sign off to work in B85 and electrophysiology laboratory.
• Existing training on cell culture and/or animal tissue handling.

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