Tuesday, September 13, 2011

UCL IMPACT / Industrial Studentship

Applications are invited for a prestigious 3-year UCL IMPACT PhD studentship commencing in October 2011. The studentship provides a tax-free stipend (£17,500) in addition to covering tuition fees at the UK/EU rate.
This project, under the supervision of Professors Tom Salt and Phil Luthert, aims to understand Neurodegenerative and neuroinflammatory diseases of the retina. The aim is to explore the role of microglia in maintenance of synaptic organization in the neural layers of the retina and the impact of modulating microglial function via P2X7 receptors. We are looking for highly motivated candidates with excellent scientific potential and an interest in neuroscience.
The UCL Institute of Ophthalmology carries out research in state-of-the-art laboratories adjacent to Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Trust. The Institute achieved very high ratings in the last four Research Assessment Exercises, demonstrating sustained excellence across a wide range of activities from basic sciences to clinically-related translational study. This is an ideal environment for research training.
The PhD student will benefit from state-of-art facilities within the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and UCL School of Life and Medical Sciences. The successful candidate will gain experience in neuroscience, electrophysiology, cell biology, and advanced microscopy techniques, and develop an understanding of the neuroscience of the retina and retinal disease. The project will benefit a student who wishes to establish a career in Biomedical Science.
Applicants should hold (or expect to obtain) a minimum upper-second class honours degree or equivalent in one of the biological sciences. Previous laboratory-based research experience is desirable.
Formal applications should be submitted in the form of a CV and covering letter outlining motivation, interest, and suitability for this project to Professor Tom Salt at t.salt@ucl.ac.uk. Contact details for three references should also be provided. Informal enquiries may be made to Professor Salt.
Application deadline is 30th September 2011

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