Research Associate in The Konkel Lab

The University of Manchester; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Research Associate in Mucosal Immunology to join a dynamic team at a prestigious institution. This role offers the chance to explore the intricate mechanisms of immune surveillance at mucosal barriers, particularly in the oral cavity. You will lead your own research project, contributing to groundbreaking studies while enjoying a supportive environment that values innovation and collaboration. With excellent benefits, including a market-leading pension scheme and generous annual leave, this position is perfect for a motivated individual eager to make a significant impact in the field of immunology.

Benefits

Market-leading pension scheme

Employee health and wellbeing services

Exceptional starting annual leave

Paid closure over Christmas

Local and national discounts

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of mucosal immunology and immune surveillance.
• Experience in managing and processing human tissue samples.

Responsibilities

• Develop and drive your own research project in mucosal immunology.
• Present findings through publications and oral presentations.

Skills

Mucosal Immunology

Flow Cytometry

Imaging Techniques

Human Tissue Sample Handling

Project Development

Education

PhD in Immunology

Job description

Research Associate in Mucosal Immunology

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 at 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 how this network is conditioned and educated by the local tissue environment to maintain oral barrier immune homeostasis.

You will be expected to develop and drive your own research project, pursue your research objectives rigorously, 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 also have experience in project development and delivery.

What you will get in return:

• 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 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 CVs submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

Enquiries

About the vacancy, shortlisting, and interviews:

Name: Joanne Konkel
Email: [e-mail]

General enquiries:

Email: [e-mail]

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This vacancy will close at midnight on the closing date. Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document containing the person specification criteria.