Research Assistant / Associate (Fixed Term)

Research Assistant / Associate (Fixed Term) Join to apply for the Research Assistant / Associate (Fixed Term) role at University of Cambridge Research Assistant / Associate (Fixed Term) 1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the Research Assistant / Associate (Fixed Term) role at University of Cambridge Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Applications are invited for a postdoctoral research associate in the lab of Dr Jasper Poort and based at the Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience at the University of Cambridge. The successful candidate will work on a research project that will investigate the neural circuit mechanisms of visual decision-making, learning, and attention. The project combines electrophysiology and optogenetic manipulation of different cell types and neural projections in visual and decision-making brain areas to understand how mice learn to become experts in different visually-guided decision-making tasks and flexibly switch attention between tasks. The successful applicant will join a supportive and multi-disciplinary research environment. Applicants should have completed (or are about to submit) a PhD (research associate) or (under)graduate degree (research assistant) in neuroscience, biology, engineering, or other relevant disciplines. We are looking for someone with previous experience in electrophysiology, optogenetics, and behavioural training in mice, and strong data analysis skills (e.g. Matlab or Python). For more information about the lab see https://www.pdn.cam.ac.uk/svl/. Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 1 years in the first instance. Appointment at Research Associate level is dependent on having a PhD; those without a PhD will be appointed at Research Assistant level. Those who have submitted but not yet received their PhD will be appointed at Research Assistant level, which will be amended to Research Associate once the PhD has been awarded. Click the \’Apply\’ button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online. To apply for this post, please submit a CV, motivation letter detailing why you want to be part of this project and how this post will be a good stepping-stone for your career. We also need the contact details for two people who can provide a professional reference. The closing date for applications is 16th June 2025. Informal enquiries about the position can be made to Dr Jasper Poort (jp816@cam.ac.uk). Please quote reference PM46068 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy. The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. The Department of Physiology, Development & Neuroscience particularly encourages women and candidates from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background to apply for this vacancy. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. Further information Further Particulars Apply online Seniority level Seniority level Internship Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology Industries Research Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at University of Cambridge by 2x Get notified about new Research Assistant Associate jobs in Cambridge, England, United Kingdom . 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