Applications are invited for a Laboratory Technician position in the group of Professor Shuzo Sakata in the Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences at University of Strathclyde, Glasgow. This position is funded by the Medical Research Council (MRC).

Our group has been investigating state-dependent and cell type-specific information processing in the brain by combining a range of techniques, including in vivo high-density electrophysiological recording, calcium imaging, optogenetics, behavioural analysis and machine learning approaches.

In this project, entitled “sleep state-dependent function of pontine waves”, we will investigate how sub-second brain waves interact with other neural circuits for memory consolidation across sleep states in mice by utilising state-of-the-art technologies.

This full-time position is expected to assist a wide range of laboratory experiments by working as a team.

Candidates should have an HNC in Biology or related field, together with knowledge of Neuroscience or related fields. Knowledge of rodent neuroanatomy. Experience with immunohistochemistry and fluorescent microscopy will be advantageous.

You will have the ability to plan and organise your own workload effectively and an ability to work within a team environment. You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to listen, engage and persuade.

For any informal enquiries, please contact Professor Shuzo Sakata (shuzo.sakata@strath.ac.uk).