Postdoctoral Research Associate in Thrombosis Research

St George's, University of London; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to lead a groundbreaking project on thrombosis research. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative studies funded by the British Heart Foundation, focusing on the critical interactions between platelets and neutrophils. The successful candidate will be involved in generating and analyzing data, presenting at scientific conferences, and contributing to impactful publications. If you have a strong background in thrombosis and a passion for research, this position could be your next great adventure in the medical sciences.

Qualifications

• Strong background in thrombosis and haemostasis research.
• Experience with in vitro and in vivo models.

Responsibilities

• Generate and analyze data for thrombosis research.
• Present findings at conferences and contribute to publications.

Skills

Thrombosis Research

Haemostasis Research

Microfluidic Technology

In Vivo Expertise

Cell Culture Techniques

Protein Expression and Purification

Molecular Biology

Immunocytochemistry

Histochemistry

Education

BSc in a relevant field

PhD in a relevant field

Job description

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Thrombosis Research

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Applications are invited for a Research Associate position to drive a 3-year project funded by the British Heart Foundation, studying the therapeutic benefit of targeting platelet-neutrophil interactions that lead to immunothrombosis in deep vein thrombosis. This work builds upon seminal research from the group based at City St George’s University of London and Imperial College, identifying a novel platelet-neutrophil interaction involved in thrombosis initiation.

The successful candidate will generate and analyze data, present at conferences, contribute to publications, and assist with grant applications. The research involves in vitro models of human venous valves and in vivo venous thrombosis models. We seek a highly motivated individual with a strong background in thrombosis and haemostasis, a creative and positive mindset, and relevant research experience.

Key Attributes of the Successful Applicant:

• BSc and PhD in a relevant field
• Experience in thrombosis and haemostasis research
• Experience with microfluidic technology
• In vivo expertise preferred
• Experience with cell culture techniques, including primary endothelial cells
• Protein expression and purification experience
• Molecular biology and immunocytochemistry/histochemistry skills

For more information, contact Dr. Isabelle Salles-Crawley at [e-mail]. To apply, visit http://jobs.sgul.ac.uk.

St George’s School of Health and Medical Sciences values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all backgrounds.

Please quote reference: 115-25-R

Closing date: 15 May 2025

Interview date: TBC