Research Technician in Neuroimmunology

The University of Southampton is seeking a Research Technician in Neuroimmunology to join Prof Gomez-Nicola’s team for a 7-month project studying microglial senescence in Alzheimer’s disease. Candidates should have laboratory experience in Biomedicine and preferably in iPSCs or brain organoid models. The position offers full-time or part-time options and is part of a dynamic research environment focused on dementia. Flexible working opportunities are available.
Applications are invited for a Research Technician to join Prof Gomez-Nicola’s team (www.dgnlab.co.uk) to study the role of microglial senescence in the pathophysiology of Alzheimer’s disease. This is an exciting project funded by the MRC, using human iPSC-derived microglia to explore the functional consequences of senescence, in collaboration with key academic and industrial experts. Previous experience in supporting experiments using iPSCs and/or brain organoid models is highly desirable. This post offers an opportunity to gain experience of diverse techniques working in a research team within an exciting multi-disciplinary research environment, while making a significant impact on the understanding of Dementia.

The post is available for 7 months and is offered on a full-time or part-time basis.

You will have laboratory experience in a relevant area of Biomedicine. We are looking for enthusiastic and well-motivated scientists, capable of contributing substantially to supporting the project and the broader research team. We offer being part of a very dynamic and supportive team, contributing to the development and progression of scientists and technicians.

The University of Southampton provides an outstanding environment for research on neuroscience. The research group is part of the Alzheimer’s Research UK South Coast Network, and is integrated across the disciplines of biology and medicine including laboratories with clinical and non-clinical expertise.

Informal inquires can be made to Prof Diego Gomez-Nicola (d.gomez-nicola@soton.ac.uk).

The University of Southampton, and our School of Biological Sciences, hold Athena Swan Silver Awards, demonstrating their commitment to provide equal opportunities and to advance the representation of women in STEM/M subjects: science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine. The School of Biological Sciences is able to provide flexible working opportunities in a part-time and due consideration will be given to applicants who have taken a career break.

The University has a generous maternity policy, onsite childcare facilities and employees are able to participate in the childcare vouchers scheme. Other benefits include state-of-the-art on-campus sports, arts and culture facilities, a full programme of events and a range of staff discounts.