Research Associate

Imperial College London; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Imperial College London seeks a Research Associate to join Professor Jimmy Moore’s team focused on the lymphatic system. This role involves designing innovative flow systems for medical imaging and conducting vital research, contributing to significant advancements in healthcare, particularly for conditions like cancer.

Benefits

39 days off annually

Generous pension scheme

Career growth prospects

Diverse and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Strong background in mathematics, physics, or engineering required.
• Expertise in fluid and/or solid biomechanics preferred.
• Prior knowledge of lymphatic system not necessary.

Responsibilities

• Design flow rigs that mimic lymphatic pumping dynamics.
• Conduct research in fluid and solid biomechanics.
• Manage projects and supervise multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Mathematics

Physics

Engineering

Fluid Mechanics

Solid Mechanics

Education

PhD in related field

Job description

The at Imperial is looking for a Research Associate to join Professor Jimmy Moore’s team.

The lymphatic system is crucial for human health and plays a role in many diseases, including cancer. However, understanding its functions is limited by the lack of diagnostic tools for lymphatic dysfunction. This project aims to develop flow systems that mimic lymphatic flow, providing a standard for medical imaging to improve imaging modalities. The laboratory is led by a renowned expert in lymphatic biomechanics, recognized internationally for research supervision.

Your responsibilities will include designing flow rigs that replicate the lymphatic system's pumping dynamics, with computer control and data collection capabilities. Additionally, you will conduct research in fluid and/or solid biomechanics, manage projects, supervise multidisciplinary teams, publish in refereed journals, and seek external research funding.

Ideal candidates will have a strong background in mathematics, physics, or engineering. While prior knowledge of the lymphatic system is not necessary, expertise in fluid and/or solid biomechanics and a PhD in a related field are required.

Benefits include:

1. The chance to improve healthcare for approximately 300 million people worldwide affected by lymphatic diseases and other conditions like cancer.
2. The opportunity to advance your career at a leading institution and contribute to our mission of scientific progress for humanity.
3. Career growth prospects, including access to Imperial’s sector-leading resources and opportunities for promotion.
4. Competitive salary and benefits package, including 39 days off annually and a generous pension scheme.
5. Participation in a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work environment with various resources to support your personal and professional development.