Applications are invited for the position
of part time (50%) Technician within the School of Psychology and Neuroscience,
to work with Dr Karen Spencer, Dr Cedric Zimmer and Dr Sue Healy (School of
Biology) on a BBSRC funded project entitled “Cognitive decline during ageing:
understanding the roles of developmental and adult stress”. The
postholder will provide technical assistance with a variety of techniques,
including behavioural tests, neuroendocrine measurements (e.g.
radioimmunoassay, immunohistochemistry) and molecular assays (e.g. qPCR).
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing research group and to
undertake high quality research at an internationally-renowned institution.
The successful candidate will have
at least HNC, NVQ3 or equivalent qualifications, plus approximately 3 years
relevant work experience and expertise in a range of molecular and/or
physiological techniques. This position also requires excellent interpersonal
and organisational skills.
This is a fixed term, half time
(18.13 hours per week) position for 36 months, starting 6th January
2014 or soon after. Salary: £20,764 - £24,049 per annum, pro rata.
Informal enquiries are strongly encouraged
and can be made to Dr Karen Spencer, Email: karen.spencer@st-andrews.ac.uk
Interview Date: Late November 2013
Closing Date: 11 November 2013
Please quote ref: ML1056
Further Particulars available at https://www.vacancies.st-andrews.ac.uk/Vacancies.aspx