Research Associate in The Konkel Lab

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative opportunity awaits a driven mucosal immunologist to join a prestigious research project at a leading university. As a Research Associate in a dynamic lab, you will explore immune-surveillance mechanisms at oral barriers, contributing to groundbreaking research and publications. This role offers the chance to develop your own research projects and collaborate with experts in the field. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, the university provides a supportive environment, competitive benefits, and the potential for hybrid working arrangements. If you are passionate about advancing immunological research, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Market Leading Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Exceptional Annual Leave

Paid Closure Over Christmas

Local and National Retail Discounts

Qualifications

• PhD in Immunology required with a focus on mucosal immunology.
• Extensive knowledge of immune surveillance mechanisms.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct a research program on immune-surveillance at oral barriers.
• Develop and drive independent research projects.

Skills

Mucosal Immunology

Flow Cytometry

Imaging Techniques

Human Tissue Sample Management

Project Development

Education

PhD in Immunology

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Research Associate in The Konkel Lab, Manchester

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The University of Manchester

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Manchester, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

This is an opportunity for a highly motivated mucosal immunologist to work on a full-time Wellcome Trust funded project, investigating mechanisms of immune surveillance at the mucosal barriers of the mouth. You will be a Research Associate in the laboratory of Dr. Joanne Konkel in the University of Manchester’s Lydia Becker Institute of Immunology and Inflammation.

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to plan and direct a research program exploring the immune-surveillance network policing the oral barrier, defining the mechanisms by which this network is conditioned and educated by the local tissue environment to safeguard oral barrier immune homeostasis.

You will be expected to develop and drive your own research project, pursue your research objectives in a rigorous and efficient manner and present your findings via peer-reviewed publications and oral presentations. Candidates must hold a PhD (or expect to obtain one shortly) in Immunology, with extensive theoretical and practical knowledge of mucosal immunology. Expertise in flow cytometry, imaging, and managing, handling and processing human tissue samples are essential. Candidates should have experience of project development and delivery.

What you will get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we support an inclusive working environment and welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working you can find out more here

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

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This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.