Research Associate

About the role

The successful research associate will investigate the mechanisms of COPD

exacerbations and to identify novel therapeutic targets. You will form part of a

multidisciplinary team that will utilise a unique human challenge model, whereby

COPD volunteers are experimentally infected with rhinovirus to mimic an

exacerbation. In depth analysis of longitudinal blood and airway samples during

expeirmental exacerbation will provide unparalleled insight into pathological

mechanisms.

What you would be doing

The successful applicant will be responsible for performing high-parameter conventional and full spectrum flow cytometry, and microbiome analysis in samples acquired from volunteers enrolled within our unique human model of COPD exacerbation and contextualising this analysis within broader clinical and multiomics datasets.

What we are looking for

• PhD degree in Biological Sciences, ideally with a high immunology content, or
• equivalent industrial or commercial experience.
• Candidates who have not yet been officially awarded their PhD will be appointed as a Research Assistant within the salary range £43,003 – £46,297 per annum.
• Knowledge of inflammation biology and immunology, ideally within the context of the respiratory system.
• Experience of working with human blood and/or airway samples.
• Extensive experience in high parameter flow cytometry analysis.
• Experience in molecular techniques and analysis of microbial/immune datasets.
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team, with strong communication skills.

What we can offer you

• Opportunity to work as part of a world-leading multidisciplinary team and conduct cutting edge research on samples acquired from a unique human challenge model of COPD exacerbation.
• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity.
• Grow your career: Gain access to Imperial’s sector-leading dedicated career support for researchers as well as opportunities for promotion and progression
• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year and generous pension schemes).

Further information

This is a full time and a fixed contract (24 months) based in Hammersmith Campus

Ideal start date for successful candidate will be April 2025.

If you require any further details on the role please contact:

Professor Robert Snelgrove: robert.snelgrove@imperial.ac.uk

Dr Aran Singanayagam: a.singanayagam@imperial.ac.uk

Available documents

Attached documents are available under links. Clicking a document link will initialize its download.

• download: Employee Benefits Booklet.pdf
• download: Research Associate Job Description.pdf

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