Research Technician

About the Role

You will be joining the laboratory of Dr Cara Croft to further our understanding of mechanisms underlying Alzheimer’s disease. Specifically, you will be exploring the role of autophagy in the clearance of Alzheimer’s-linked tau protein. The post holder will support the principal investigator and research team with various experimental procedures, analysis of results and lab organisation, aiming not only to apply the current methods used in the laboratory, but also to improve their efficacy and expand their reach.  They will work under the direct supervision of the principal investigator and her team, but also be expected to work independently and provide input into the design and execution of experiments on a day-to-day basis.

About You

You will likely have a BSc or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline (Neuroscience, Physiology, Biology, or a related field). You will bring knowledge/experience in research techniques not limited to but including confocal microscopy, basic rodent handling, and molecular and cellular biology, although initial training in all relevant techniques will be provided. You will have an interest in Alzheimer’s disease and other neurodegenerative diseases and want to develop your knowledge in this area and grow professionally. For more detailed further information about you and this role please consult the job pack.

About Queen Mary

At Queen Mary University of London, we believe that a diversity of ideas helps us achieve the previously unthinkable.

Throughout our history, we’ve fostered social justice and improved lives through academic excellence. And we continue to live and breathe this spirit today, not because it’s simply ‘the right thing to do’ but for what it helps us achieve and the intellectual brilliance it delivers.

Our reformer heritage informs our conviction that great ideas can and should come from anywhere. It’s an approach that has brought results across the globe, from the communities of east London to the favelas of Rio de Janeiro.

We continue to embrace diversity of thought and opinion in everything we do, in the belief that when views collide, disciplines interact, and perspectives intersect, truly original thought takes form.

Benefits

In return, we offer 30 days’ leave per annum, access to a pension scheme, a season ticket loan scheme and competitive salaries. We also offer enhanced family friendly leave, and an on-site nursery at the Mile End campus. You will also work with a friendly team, with personal development opportunities.

Queen Mary’s commitment to our diverse and inclusive community is embedded in our appointments processes. Reasonable adjustments will be made at each stage of the recruitment process for any candidate with a disability.

Valuing Diversity & Committed to Equality