Applications are invited for the above post for a collaborative research project between the University of Nottingham and the Rowett Institute, University of Aberdeen, investigating the central mechanisms that underpin seasonal cycles of food intake and body weight. The investigation builds upon recent discoveries in the Siberian hamster on the involvement of thyroid hormone in the hypothalamic control of seasonal metabolism. The project will involve surgical approaches for hypothalamic delivery of viral agents to manipulate gene expression, metabolic, physiological and behavioural assessment of hamsters.

Candidates must have practical experience of in vivo experimentation and stereotaxic surgery in rodents and hold a Home Office licence. They must also have a relevant background in energy metabolism and neuroendocrinology.

The deadline for applications is 16 August 2010. For more information please follow the link below.

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