Research Associate In Visual Neuroscience

We are looking for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join the Mitochondria and Vision Research team in the School of Optometry & Vision Sciences, College of Biomedical and Life Science. In this role, you will: •    Join a multi-disciplinary group with an international reputation for studies into mitochondrial optic neuropathies and novel therapeutic interventions •    Explore RGC structure and mitochondrial function •    Utilise cellular models, including iPScells, molecular, biochemical and cellular assays and in vivo methodologies We’d like to hear from you if you: •    Have a postgraduate degree at PhD level (or nearing completion / submission) in a related subject area or relevant industrial experience •    Have established expertise and a proven portfolio of research in cell biology and molecular neuroscience and have experience in murine models, histology and immunohistochemistry and cellular and tissue imaging modalities, including neural cell tracing and analysis •    Have knowledge of the current status of research in mitochondrial biology We can offer you the chance to work in a vibrant organisation, with great benefits and opportunities for progression. We are a proud Living Wage supporter. This role is eligible to be offered on a blended working basis, meaning that as well as spending time working on campus you may spend some time working from another location, e.g. your home. The University is committed to offering this flexibility, wherever the role and business need allows, supporting work-life balance.  Please contact Professor Marcela Votruba (votrubam@cardiff.ac.uk) for an informal, confidential discussion about the role. This post is full-time and fixed-term until 30th September 2026. Salary: £39,347 - £44,263 per annum (Grade 6)  Closing date: Tuesday, 23 January 2024 Please be aware that Cardiff University reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received. Cardiff University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds.  We therefore welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age.  In supporting our employees to achieve a balance between their work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements. Cardiff University is a signatory to the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA), which means that in hiring and promotion decisions we will evaluate applicants on the quality of their research, not publication metrics or the identity of the journal in which the research is published. More information is available at:  Responsible research assessment - Research - Cardiff University