Job Description

Ref Number

B02-09289

Professional Expertise

Research and Research Support

Department

School of Life & Medical Sciences (B02)

Location

London

Working Pattern

Full time

Salary

36,433-41,833

Contract Type

Fixed-term

Working Type

On site

Available for Secondment

No

Closing Date

04-Sep-2025

About us

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The Division of Biosciences at UCL is one of the world's foremost centres for research and teaching in the biological sciences. We have an outstanding international reputation and a community of over 500 staff and more than 300 PhD students engaged in cutting edge research and collaboration. Further information can be found on our website https://www.ucl.ac.uk/biosciences This is an exciting opportunity to join the laboratory of Professor Alexander Gourine, at the Research Department of Neuroscience, Physiology and Pharmacology and contribute to the research project on the central nervous mechanisms of cardiovascular control (https://www.ucl.ac.uk/biosciences/neuroscience-physiology-and-pharmacology/facilities/centre-cardiovascular-and-metabolic-neuroscience) .

About the role

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Applications are invited for a Research Assistant position to study the cerebro- and cardiovascular responses to hypoxia and reduced cerebral blood flow. The successful applicant will apply physiological monitoring and electrophysiological recordings in vivo to study the cellular mechanisms underlying maintenance of brain homeostasis under conditions of potential metabolic compromise. The project is based in the laboratory of Professor Alexander Gourine, Research Department of Neuroscience, Physiology and Pharmacology, University College London. The role holder will be expected to work under supervision of a senior investigator to produce original contributions to the subject area and undertake research within the Wellcome Trust research project to deliver on the objectives of that project both as a member of the research team and individually. The post is fixed-term and funded for 12 months (01/10/2025-30/09/2026). Salary is 39,807 per annum. A job description and person specification can be accessed at the bottom of this page. If you have any queries about the role, please contact Professor Alexander Gourine at a.gourine@ucl.ac.uk. If you need reasonable adjustments or a more accessible format to apply for this job online or have any queries about the application process, please contact the HR Administrator.

About you

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The successful candidate will hold a Master's degree (MSc, MBio, or equivalent) in Physiology, Pharmacology, Neuroscience or a closely related discipline, and must have a strong first-hand experience in using in vivo animal models in research, and demonstrable comprehensive knowledge of cardiovascular physiology and fundamental neuroscience concepts.

What we offer

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The UCL Ways of Working supports colleagues to be successful and happy at UCL through sharing expectations around how we work - please https://www.ucl.ac.uk/human-resources/policies-advice/ways-working to find out more. As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below: o 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days) o Additional 5 days' annual leave purchase scheme o Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE) o Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan o Immigration loan o Relocation scheme for certain posts o On-Site nursery o On-site gym o Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay o Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service o Discounted medical insurance Visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/reward-and-benefits to find out more.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

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As London's Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world's 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 UCL's workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people; and for our Grade 9 and 10 roles, women. Our division holds an Athena SWAN Bronze award, in recognition of our commitment to advancing gender equality. You can read more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/equality-diversity-inclusion/