Postdoctoral Researcher – Neural Circuits of Visually-Driven Behavior(UK Visa sponsorship available)

Job Description

About the Role

A Welcome-funded postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Professor Leon Lagnado to investigate the flow of information underlying visually-driven behaviours. The project involves using fluorescent neural activity reporters alongside advanced imaging techniques and behavioural assays to study how signals from the retina, transmitted through distinct visual pathways, influence behaviours in larval zebrafish such as the optomotor response, prey capture, and the optokinetic response. A particular focus is on understanding how visual circuits are modulated and how this modulation impacts behaviour.

You will join an active research group within a vibrant research environment, collaborating with other teams studying sensory processing through imaging and electrophysiology. The laboratory is based in Brighton, with London just one hour away.

Informal enquiries are welcomed and encouraged.

About You

You hold a Ph.D. in Neuroscience or a closely related discipline, either experimental or computational.

You are capable of independently managing your research project and supporting colleagues within the laboratory.

You have strong communication skills and can effectively collaborate within a team environment.

About the School of Life Sciences

The School of Life Sciences at the University of Sussex is dedicated to advancing understanding of biological and chemical processes, with the goal of improving human health, technology, and the environment. Our multidisciplinary research spans Biochemistry & Biomedicine, Genome Damage and Stability, Neuroscience, Ecology & Evolution, and Chemistry.

The School hosts the Sussex Drug Discovery Centre and holds three University Centres of Excellence: Genome Damage and Stability Centre, Sussex Neuroscience, and Sussex Sustainability Research Programme. We are proud of our world-leading research, with high ratings in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework and a strong research portfolio exceeding £50 million.

We are committed to the University’s core values of kindness, integrity, inclusion, collaboration, and courage. Equality, diversity, and inclusion are central to our culture, ensuring a welcoming and supportive environment for all.

More information about the School can be found on our website. The School holds a Silver Athena SWAN Award, recognising commitment to gender equality.

Why Work Here?

The University campus is set near the beautiful South Downs and offers excellent facilities and transport links, including proximity to Falmer train station and dedicated cycling paths with a cycle-to-work scheme.

Sussex is a globally recognised, research-led university that thrives because of its people. Whether you are academic staff, professional services, or a student, you contribute to making Sussex a great place to work and study.

Learn more about our rewards, benefits, and commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion on our website.

Additional Information

Informal enquiries can be made to Professor Leon Lagnado at l.lagnado@sussex.ac.uk
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The University welcomes applications from women and Black, Asian, and minority ethnic candidates, who are underrepresented in STEMM academic roles.

The University requires that the work be undertaken in the UK.

This role is eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship if appointed full-time at Grade 7.4. More details are available on the University’s Skilled Worker Visa information page.