Postdoctoral Scientist: Bacterial Pathogenesis & Immune Evasion

Corehr; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Corehr is seeking a Post-doctoral Research Associate (Molecular Microbiologist) for the Clinical Infection, Microbiology & Immunology group in Liverpool. The role focuses on the molecular basis of immune evasion by the antibiotic-resistant pathogen Neisseria gonorrhoeae and related host–pathogen interactions.

PhD in Molecular Microbiology, Infection Biology or a related discipline plus experience in molecular microbiology or pathogenesis is required.

Qualifications

• PhD in Molecular Microbiology or related discipline.
• Experience in molecular microbiology, bacterial pathogenesis or host–pathogen interactions.
• Strong analytical and collaborative research skills.

Responsibilities

• Investigate the molecular basis of immune evasion by Neisseria gonorrhoeae.
• Characterise host–pathogen interactions and bacterial pathogenic mechanisms.
• Collaborate with Dr. Lavender’s research group on funded projects.

Skills

Molecular microbiology

Bacterial pathogenesis

Host-pathogen interactions

Infection biology

Education

PhD in Molecular Microbiology or related field

Job description

Corehr is seeking a Post-doctoral Research Associate (Molecular Microbiologist) for the Clinical Infection, Microbiology & Immunology group in Liverpool. The role focuses on the molecular basis of immune evasion by the antibiotic-resistant pathogen Neisseria gonorrhoeae and related host–pathogen interactions.

PhD in Molecular Microbiology, Infection Biology or a related discipline plus experience in molecular microbiology or pathogenesis is required.