英国利兹大学系统生物学博士后岗位

Institution

University of Leeds (http://www.leeds.ac.uk)

Position

Two Postdoctoral Research Fellows: Neural control of locomotion behaviour in biology and machines: A systems biology approach

Location

Leeds,UK

Date Posted

Sep 21 2007

Closing Date

Oct 8 2007

Description

Faculties of Engineering and Biological Sciences

(Full time)

Applications are invited for two Postdoctoral Research Fellowships to join a multi-disciplinary research team and study motor control of locomotion in C. elegans nematode worms.

This research is part of a large multi-disciplinary project, funded by the Engineering and Physical Science Research Council (EPSRC) for the integrative study of locomotion in this important model system. Aside from imaging studies (post 1), the larger project also involves the development and implementation of behavioural assays, research in computational modelling of the locomotion system and the construction of a physical (bio-robotic) model (post 2).

Post 1: The use of fluorescent imaging tools to record neuronal and/or muscle activity. The development of novel imaging tools is a possible extension of the project. Experience in microscopy and fluorescent imaging is required. Experience in invertebrate neurobiology is a plus, but not a requirement.

 Post 1 is available immediately (and no later than January 2008) for a period of two years. Job ref 312252

Post 2: Construction of a bio-robotic model of the worm. This work will involve close collaboration with the computational modelling of this locomotion system. Prior experience in biological motor control or bio-robotics is a plus. A strong previous track record in robot design and construction is required.

This post is flexible in start time, and may start immediately and ideally no later than spring 2008 for a period of one year. Job ref 312253

For both posts you will have a PhD in a relevant area of Biological/Physical Sciences/Engineering.

University Grade 7 (£27,466 – £32,796 p.a.) according to qualifications and experience

Contact

Informal enquiries to Dr Netta Cohen, tel +44 (0)113 343 6789, email netta@comp.leeds.ac.uk

Application packs and further details are available from Judi Drew, tel +44 (0)113 343 5432, email j.a.drew@leeds.ac.uk

Interviews will be held W/C 22 October 2007