Research Associate

University of Glasgow - College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences - School of Psychology & Neuroscience

Location: Glasgow

Salary: £41,064 to £46,049 per annum (Grade 7)

Hours: Full Time

Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract

We are looking for a postdoctoral Research Associate to undertake a BBSRC-funded project working with Professor Kate Jeffery and Dr. Mick Craig, investigating the activity of neurons in the anterior thalamus of rats, using tetrodes and Neuropixels silicon probes. We aim to understand how these neurons may be involved in memory consolidation. You will be working in a vibrant and beautiful city and have the chance to interact with other related research groups in a lively intellectual environment.

The successful candidate will be expected to set up and run the behavioural electrophysiological experiments, analyse data and contribute to the formulation and submission of research publications.

Informal Enquiries should be directed to Professor Kate Jeffery, Kate.Jeffery@glasgow.ac.uk

This post is full time (35 hours per week) and has funding up to 26th May 2028.

For further details and to apply online: www.jobs.gla.ac.uk/job/research-associate-5881149

Closing date: 9th June 2026 at 23:45

We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University.