Research Assistant

UE06: Salary range £32,982  to £38,205

CMVM/Edinburgh Medical School/Deanery of Biomedical Sciences/UK Dementia Research Institute

Full-time, 35 hours per week 

Fixed-Term, 3 years in first instance with possibility of extension.

The Opportunity:

Join the Hasel Lab as a Research Assistant at the Edinburgh Centre for Discovery Brain Sciences and UK Dementia Research Institute (see and help us explore how astrocytes at the borders of the brain contribute to brain function and dysfunction in disease.

Your skills and attributes for success:

• BSc or MSc earned or expected in a relevant discipline (neuroscience, biology, etc.).
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly and in good English, orally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Good organizational skills and time management.
• Excellent record-keeping skills.

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As a valued member of our team you can expect: 

• A competitive salary of 32,982-38,205
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work. 
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page   (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits

Championing equality, diversity and inclusion

The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality. 

Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages   (opens new browser tab).

Key dates to note

The closing date for applications is 26^th April 2024.

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Interviews will be held within two weeks of the closing date.