Job Description

About usThe mission of the Department of Clinical and Experimental Epilepsy (DCEE) is to transform the lives of people living with epilepsy for the better by identifying, understanding and correcting or preventing the underlying mechanisms leading to the epilepsies and associated comorbidities in each individual person.Based within DCEE, the Jepson laboratory uses the fruit fly, Drosophila melanogaster, in concert with gene editing, electrophysiology, optical imaging, and molecular biology, to elucidate the mechanistic basis of neurological diseases such as ataxia, dystonia, dyskinesia, and epilepsy.About the roleDr Abigail Wilson has recently been awarded Dystonia Medical Research Foundation funding for a project to identify novel drug candidates for dystonia using a drug-screening format in Drosophila models of DYT-TOR1A, and so we are seeking a Research Assistant to join the team and contribute to this groundbreaking research. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, contributing to research that could make a significant impact on the treatment of dystonia and other neurodegenerative disorders.The role is available immediately and funded by the Dystonia Medical Research Foundation (DMRF) for seventeen months in the first instance.If you need reasonable adjustments or a more accessible format to apply for this job online, or have any queries regarding the application process, please contact the Institute of Neurology HR Team ( ).Informal enquiries regarding the role can be addressed to Dr Abigail Wilson ( ).A full job description and person specification for this role can be accessed below.About youYou will have a Masterxe2x80x99s degree (minimum 2:1) in Neuroscience, Biological Sciences, or a related discipline, along with experience in conducting a laboratory-based research project and with using Drosophila in a laboratory setting. A strong interest in research and a commitment to supporting and contributing to high-quality scientific work is essential, as are good communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills and the ability to work cooperatively as part of a team.What we offerStarting salary offered with salary in the range xc2xa338,607- xc2xa339,257 per annum, inclusive of London Allowance.As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer great benefits, some of which are below:

• 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
• Additional 5 daysxe2x80x99 annual leave purchase scheme
• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• Immigration loan
• On-site nursery
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
• Discounted medical insurance

Visit to find out more.We will consider applications to work on a part-time, flexible, and job share basis wherever possible.This appointment is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Research and Professional Services Staff. Please visit for more information.Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and InclusionThe Institute prides itself on operating in an all-inclusive environment irrespective of personal, physical, or social characteristics. Teamwork is highly valued, individual strengths are recognised and celebrated, and we are committed to advancing the careers of everyone. 12% of Institute staff are actively working on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) initiatives; visit our for more information about our initiatives and priorities. The Institute also holds an , in recognition of our commitment and demonstrable impact in advancing gender equality.As Londonxe2x80x99s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the worldxe2x80x99s talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCLxe2x80x99s workforce; these include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ and gender diverse people in all roles, and women in Grade 9 and 10 roles.Available documents

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