Research Associate in Women\\\' and Children\\\'s Health - Strand, London, WC2R 2LS

TieTalent; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative research group is seeking a dedicated Research Associate to explore groundbreaking treatment strategies for preterm birth. This role involves conducting experiments, analyzing data, and collaborating with esteemed researchers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in animal research and immunology, showcasing their ability to work independently and lead projects. Join a forward-thinking team at a prestigious institution, where your contributions will play a crucial role in advancing women's and children's health. This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to engage in impactful research and contribute to the future of healthcare.

Qualifications

• Experience in animal research and immunology is essential.
• Ability to conduct experiments and analyze data independently.

Responsibilities

• Investigate novel treatment strategies for preterm birth.
• Conduct experiments and lead projects within the research group.

Skills

Animal Research

Immunology

Laboratory Skills

Data Analysis

Scientific Writing

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Master's in Life Sciences

Tools

Statistical Software

Laboratory Equipment

Job description

Research Associate in Women\' and Children\'s Health - Strand, London, WC2R 2LS

About Us

The School of Life Course & Population Sciences is one of six Schools that make up the Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine at King’s College London. The School unites over 400 experts in women and children’s health, nutritional sciences, population health, and molecular genetics of human disease. Our research links the causes of common health problems to life’s landmark stages, treating life, disease, and healthcare as a continuum. We are interdisciplinary by nature, and this innovative approach is highly effective: 91 percent of our research submitted to the Subjects Allied to Medicine (Pharmacy, Nutritional Sciences, and Women\'s Health cluster) for REF was rated as world-leading or internationally excellent. We use this expertise to teach the next generation of health professionals and research scientists. Our campuses are based across King’s Denmark Hill, Guy’s, St Thomas’, and Waterloo, where our teaching, research, and clinical practice are integrated across five Departments.

About the role

We are seeking a Research Associate to join Professor Rachel Tribe’s Preterm Birth research group in the Department of Women and Children’s Health at St Thomas’ Campus, King’s College London. This project is in collaboration with researchers at the Karolinska Institutet, Sweden.

This position focuses on investigating a novel cell-based treatment strategy for preterm birth. The ideal candidate will have a background in animal research and experience in immunology. Responsibilities include testing this treatment in various murine models of preterm birth, engaging in laboratory activities (meetings, housekeeping), conducting and analyzing experiments, staying updated with scientific literature, leading your project, writing manuscripts, presenting at conferences, and collaborating with colleagues. Additionally, you will assist in co-supervising students. We seek someone who can work independently and actively participate in group discussions.

This is a full-time position (35 hours per week) with a fixed-term contract until 31/10/2027.