​​The School of Life Course & Population Sciences consists of experts in women and children’s health, nutritional sciences, population sciences and the molecular genetics of human disease.  Our research links the causes of common health problems to life’s landmark stages treating life, disease and healthcare as a continuum. The School is a multi-campus organisation, comprising of 5 Departments across 4 campuses.​  

We are looking for a technician to join the Laboratory of Professor Kevin O’Byrne, in the Department of Women and Children’s Health, King’s College London, Guy’s Hospital Campus.  Working within Professor O’Byrne’s teams, the post holder will provide high quality technical support ensuring the efficient day to day running of laboratory, but most critically, they will undertake experiments using the latest cutting-edge technologies, including optogenetics, chemogenetics, and in-vivo electrophysiological and mini-endoscopic calcium imaging of neuronal activity, supporting the research projects and wider initiatives of the School.  Current projects include examining the operational characteristics of the central regulator of the reproductive system, impact of stress on fertility and role of emotional limbic brain in reproduction and sexual behaviour. 

 

This is a full-time post (35 hours per week), and you will be offered an ​a fixed term​ contract until 30th of September 2028.