Last Date: 16/11/2023.
The above full-time (1.0 FTE) post is available from 8th January 2024 on a fixed-term (until 7th January 2027) basis, within the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences.
The post
The Faculty wishes to recruit a Graduate Research Assistant or a Postdoctoral Research Associate to support the work of Dr Kate Ellacott. This University funded post is available from 8th January 2024 to 7th January 2027. The successful applicant will support laboratory-based research projects investigating the molecular and physiological mechanisms underlying the regulation of food intake and body weight by the brain.
The post will include developing (with appropriate support) and conducting neuroendocrine research projects using pre-clinical in vitro and in vivo models. Applicants will be able to work independently and communicate and collaborate effectively with other members of the team.
About you
The successful applicant will be able to present information on research progress and outcomes, communicate complex information, orally, in writing and electronically and prepare proposals and applications to external bodies.
To be considered for the Graduate Research Assistant (GRA) post, applicants will be educated to first degree level or possess an equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study or equivalent experience. To be considered for the Postdoctoral Research Associate (PDRA) post, applicants will possess a relevant PhD (or be nearing completion) or possess an equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study. All prospective candidates must be able to demonstrate sufficient knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to work within established research programmes. Applicants will be able to perform aseptic cell culture, molecular biology (rtPCR, Western blotting, ELISA), histology (immunohistochemistry), and physiological studies in rodent models. Prior experience working with rodent models and experience with neuroanatomy, RNAscope, advanced imaging, image analysis, and microscopy would be highly desirable.
Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role by clicking on the attachment.
What we can offer you
- Freedom (and the support) to pursue your intellectual interests and to work creatively across disciplines to produce internationally exciting research;
- Support teams that understand the University wide research and teaching goals and partner with our academics accordingly
- An Innovation, Impact and Business directorate that works closely with our academics providing specialist support for external engagement and development
- Our Exeter Academic initiative supporting high performing academics to achieve their potential and develop their career
- A multitude of staff benefits including sector leading benefits around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), Paternity leave (up to 6 weeks full pay), and a Fertility Treatment Policy
- A beautiful campus set in the heart of stunning Devon
The University of Exeter
We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 200 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 and QS World University Ranking 2024). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2023, underpinned by Gold ratings for Student Experience and Student Outcomes.
Our world-leading research impact has grown more than any other Russell Group university in recent years, and we are home to some of the world’s most influential researchers, seeking to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today. More than 99% of our research is of international quality and 47% is world-leading (2021 Research Excellence Framework).
We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students. Read about our world leading research – Green Futures and how we are transforming education for a changing world. We are located in a beautiful part of the country and Exeter (a fast growing tech hub) is one of only a few UK cities to have been designated as a UNESCO Creative City
Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment
We are committed to ensuring reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces.
Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community.
With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 different countries we offer a diverse and engaging environment where our diversity is celebrated and valued as a major strength. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive; where diverse voices are heard through our engagement with evidence-based charter frameworks for gender (Athena SWAN and Project Juno for Physics), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident employer.
Further Information
For further information please contact Dr Kate Ellacott, e-mail [email protected]
The closing date for completed applications is 16th November 2023 (Midnight – 00:00am). Interviews are expected to take place on 1st December 2023.
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