Postdoctoral Fellow - Neuroscientist

About the role

The Francis Crick Institute is Europe's largest biomedical research institute under one roof. Our world-class scientists and staff collaborate on vital research to help prevent, diagnose and treat illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, infectious diseases and neurodegenerative conditions. The Crick is a place for collaboration, innovation and exploration across many disciplines. A space where the brightest minds can pursue big and bold ideas and discover answers to crucial scientific questions. We support them in a dynamic environment which fosters excellence with state-of-the-art infrastructure, cutting-edge facilities, and a creative and curious culture. We've removed traditional boundaries of departments, divisions and disciplines and instead have an open approach that supports every researcher. This gives us the freedom to take risks and carry out high-quality, pioneering research. Creating a space for discovery without boundaries helps us to turn our science into benefits for human health and the economy. About the Cancer-Neuroscience Lab The Li lab explores how the nervous and immune systems interact in cancer and how these insights could unlock approaches to treatment. Using advanced mouse models and tissue culture systems, the team investigates how neuroimmune crosstalk shapes cancer development and progression, with a focus on how the nervous system influences immune responses in tumours. About the Project We are seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to spearhead a project tackling one of the major challenges in cancer research: What is the role of the nervous system in cancer? Can we harness this interaction to treat cancer? The Postdoctoral Fellow will drive their own projects, while collaborating on other projects (both internally and externally) and guiding PhD students in their research.

Responsibilities

• You will be responsible for:
• Designing experiments and research strategy in consultation with the PI
• Carrying out experiments and analysing data
• Keeping accurate and timely records of their work
• Engaging in professional development and growth
• Liaise with external collaborators
• Presenting work at Lab meetings, conferences and consortium meetings
• Drafting manuscripts for publication
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• About you
• Essential:
• (Minimum criteria*)
• PhD (or near completion) in Neuroscience. *
• Hands-on experience with in vivo / animal models.*
• A strong publication record demonstrating scientific impact.*
• Proven ability to design experiments and interpret data rigorously.*
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• A proactive, curious and resilient approach to research.
• Desirable
• Background in body-brain axis or the peripheral nervous system.
• Experience in neural modulation, neuronal tracing, electrophysiology, behaviour studies, single cell analysis.
• Experience working with genetically engineered mouse models.
• Experience in international, cross-disciplinary collaborations.
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Benefits

Additional Information

Salary for this Role: From £47,500 with benefits, subject to skills and experience. Job Title: Postdoctoral Fellow - Neuroscientist Reports to: Leanne Li Closing Date: 10/Jun/2026 23.59 GMT Job Description: Postdoctoral Fellow - Neuroscientist (Li Lab) Contract term: This is a full-time, fixed term (4 years) position on Crick terms and conditions of employment. Reports to: Leanne Li, Group Leader Salary for this Role: From £47,500 with benefits, subject to skills and experience Application Deadline: Thursday 11th June 2026 at 11.55pm

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