Skills

Communication Research Project Management

Job Specifications

About The Role

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Emily Lane-Hill (Assistant Professor (Research Focussed)) at E.Hill.4@warwick.ac.uk

Senior Research Technician (105272)

School of Life Sciences

Gibbet Hill

Fixed Term Contract | Full Time| 1.0 FTE | 36.5 hpw

There is sufficient funding to recruit a Senior Research Technician on Grade 5 for up to max of 13 months, restricted to end by 31/05/2027

An excellent opportunity is available for a Senior Research Technician to join the research group of Dr Emily Lane-Hill within the Neuroscience Cluster in the School of Life Sciences. The post is for 13-months, full time and is available for an immediate start.

The project, funded by Race Against Dementia, aims to determine the molecular mechanisms that underlie tau-induced neuronal and network dysfunction in neurodegenerative diseases.

You will utilise a combination of molecular biology and imaging-based techniques to characterise interactions between tau protein and targets such as voltage-gated ion channels. There may also be opportunities to develop further skills in electrophysiology and in vivo work throughout the project.

As a research group we value collegiality and curiosity and we are committed to creating a warm and inclusive working environment, allowing individuals to develop their skills and interests in neuroscience research.

Informal enquires are encouraged and can be sent directly to Dr Emily Lane-Hill (e.hill.4@warwick.ac.uk).

For more information about the lab, please visit: https://profiles.warwick.ac.uk/u1670478-emily-lane-hill/grants and https://www.raceagainstdementia.com/rad-fellows/dr-emily-lane-hill

KEYWORDS: - Tau, Molecular Mechanisms, Neuronal and Network function, Neurodegeneration

About You

Applicants must hold a BSc in a relevant field; examples include Neuroscience or Biomedical Science.

Prior practical laboratory experience, an existing skill set in molecular biology and a keen interest in neurodegeneration research are essential.

The successful candidate is expected to be an active participant in a growing research group, so successful time and project management is essential. As well as demonstration of good communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.

About The Department

School of Life Sciences

For further information about the School of Life Sciences please see our website at

http://www2.warwick.ac.uk/fac/sci/lifesci

We believe that collegiality, openness, inclusivity and diversity are essential for an excellent research and teaching environment. Our workplace ethic has enabled us to gain the Athena SWAN Silver award. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all groups with protected characteristics traditionally under-represented in STEM fields. As part of our ongoing commitment to addressing gender equality under the Athena Swan chartermark, we would particularly encourage and welcome applications from female academics.

About The University

We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 67th in the world and 10th in the UK. 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.*

Find out more about us on our website.

QS World University Rankings 2024, Research Excellence Framework 2021

How to Apply

CLOSING DEADLINE: Thursday 2nd October 2025 at 23:55 (BST)

To apply, please click "Apply" below and submit an application form by the closing deadline. You will be asked to include a CV and a cover letter.

Your CV Should Include

Your education and employment history (including your most recent employment).
Any other relevant experience (e.g. volunteering, extracurricular, etc.).

Your Cover Letter Should Explain

Your motivations for applying to the role.
Using examples, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the job description (PDF attached below).

All essential criteria must be met by candidates who are invited to interview.

For guidance on writing a cover letter, see here.

Interview Date: To be confirmed
Desired Start Date: 3rd November 2025

Please note application forms must be submitted before the stated deadline - you will not be able to submit after 23:55 (even if you opened the form earlier). Only applications submitted via our official careers portal (warwick-careers.tal.net) will be considered.

What we Offer

We Provide a Comprehensive Range Of Benefits, Including

An attractive pension scheme.
26 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
Onsite childcare facilities.
Excellent learning and development opportunities.

We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements. Find out more about our flexible working arrangements.

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