Research Assistant / Research Technician - AR3261

University of St Andrews - School of Psychology and Neuroscience

Location: St Andrews

Salary: £32,080 per annum.

Hours: Full Time

Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract

Placed On: 25th March 2026

Closes: 10th April 2026

Job Ref: 466183

Start Date: 27 April 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter

Fixed Term for 3 Years

Applications are sought for a motivated and experienced Research Associate/Research Technician to work with Dr Su Young Han on a Wellcome Trust-funded project entitled Brain Circuits for Hormonal Control: Sex Differences and Ageing in Growth Hormone Regulation. The primary role will be to support ongoing research projects within the Han Lab, including the execution of in vivo experiments, mouse surgical procedures, and contributing to the maintenance, organisation, and smooth running of the research laboratory and animal colonies.

The successful applicant will have (or be close to completion of) a BSc or MSc in Neuroscience, Physiology, Biology, or a related discipline. Previous experience in a research laboratory environment is essential.

The post is available for 36 months in the first instance, starting 27 April 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. The successful candidate will provide technical support to ongoing research projects using mouse models. The role will focus on supporting behavioural, surgical, and molecular experiments, as well as maintaining laboratory operations and animal colonies.

This role will play an important part in establishing experimental workflows and supporting the day-to-day organisation and operation of the laboratory as the Han Lab continues to expand. We particularly welcome applications from candidates interested in contributing to the development of a growing research group.

The position is funded for 3 years in the first instance, with the possibility of longer-term support (up to 8 years) for the right candidate. Depending on experience, the post may be appointed at Research Assistant or Research Technician level.

For outstanding candidates interested in pursuing a research career, there may also be opportunities to contribute to additional projects within the lab.

St Andrews offers more than just a place to work it is a place to belong. We value collegiality, inclusion, and wellbeing, and we are committed to creating a workplace where staff can thrive and perform at their best.

In addition to the salary on offer for this position, there are a wide range of benefits for staff working at the University of St Andrews. The package for the Research Assistant/Research Technician includes:

• Financial contribution to relocation (subject to eligibility)
• Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution of 14.5%
• A hybrid working environment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family friendly policies, supporting work-life balance
• Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services
• Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel
• Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme
• 34 Days Annual Leave plus 5 Public Holidays.

Closing Date: 10 April 2026

Interview Date: 21 and 22 April 2026

Please quote ref: AR3261LS

Job Description: AR3261LSFPs.pdf