Research Assistant at the Centre for Developmental Neurobiology - Strand, London, WC2R 2LS About us
At the Centre for Developmental Neurobiology (CDN), we investigate the mechanisms governing the formation of the brain during embryonic development and in early postnatal life. This is based on the understanding that early experience shapes the way our brain is constructed. While the “ground plan” of the brain is genetically determined, it is also influenced by environmental experience. We are still far from a complete understanding of how these processes work.
CDN is one of four departments in the School of Neuroscience at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience and is located at Guy’s campus. Researchers have access to support facilities in genotyping, molecular biology and Drosophila work. CDN has close partnership with the Medical Research Council (MRC) and CDN researchers, together with clinical researchers from King’s, make up the MRC Centre for Neurodevelopmental Disorders.
About the role
We are seeking for a highly motivated, and scientifically curious research assistant with a strong interest mammalian brain development, specifically neuronal and glial subtype specification to join Setsuko Sahara in collaboration with Laura Andreae\\\'s and Engene Maleyev lab at King’s College London ( ).
The post holder will support experimental work towards advancing our understanding of how a vast diversity of cortical projection neurons and glia emerge from a limited number of progenitors during development. We will address this question by interrogating the molecular mechanisms in mouse cortical development with a specific focus on posttranscriptional and posttranslational controls. These include in vivo manipulation of gene expression, cell and molecular biology, imaging, and bioinformatics.
This post will be offered on an a full-time, fixed-term contract until 7th August 2026.
About you
To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:
Essential criteria
- A master’s degree in biological sciences or a related field. Alternatively, more than one full year of wet laboratory experience, if the candidate holds a BSc degree
- Previous experience working in a research laboratory
- Ability to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment with excellent time-management and organization
- Accurate record-keeping and attention to detail
- Knowledge of basic molecular, cell and neuronal biology
- Some experience with omics analysis
- Some experience with molecular biology and biochemistry
- Some experience with mammalian cell culture, in particular ES or iPS cell lines
Desirable criteria
- Experience with microscopy
- Excellent academic record in in biological sciences or a related field
- Strong interest in interdisciplinary research across neurobiology and Omics biology
- Ability to troubleshoot laboratory problems
Downloading a copy of our Job Description
Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the next page after you click “Apply Now”. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process.
