Research Associate - InflamAb Project

Ulster University; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Athena SWAN Silver award

Flexible working

Family-friendly environment

Job summary

Ulster University in Derry/Londonderry is inviting applications for a Research Associate to support preclinical development of InflamAb, a novel therapeutic candidate for inflammatory disease. The role involves designing and conducting studies to reveal biological activity, mechanisms, and potential efficacy, with a view to progression to further preclinical work.

The post-holder will generate robust evidence on how InflamAb modulates inflammatory pathways and contribute to translation and

Qualifications

• A first or second-class honours degree (or equivalent) in Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Pharmacy, Biochemistry, or a related discipline, or a Master's degree in a relevant discipline.
• PhD (awarded or near completion with thesis submitted) in a relevant area such as biomedical sciences.
• Previous experience investigating human disease using quantitative research methods.

Responsibilities

• Support preclinical development of InflamAb by designing and delivering experimental studies to investigate its biological activity, mechanism of action and potential therapeutic efficacy.
• Generate robust evidence to establish how InflamAb modulates inflammatory pathways and inform its progression toward further preclinical development.
• Contribute to development and exploitation of innovative approaches to inflammatory disease within the University's research objectives.

Job description

Job Title: Research Associate - InflamAb Project

Department/School: School of Medicine

Campus: Derry~Londonderry

Salary: £33,680 per annum

Duration: Fixed-Term until 31st August 2027 / Full-time

Closing Date: 9th November 2026 at 23:30

Reference Number: 044226

ABOUT US

We are a university with a national and international reputation for excellence, innovation and regional engagement, making a major contribution to the economic, social and cultural development of Northern Ireland.

Our core business activities are teaching and learning, widening access to education, research and innovation and technology and knowledge transfer.

THE ROLE

The post holder will support the preclinical development of InflamAb, a novel therapeutic candidate for inflammatory disease, through the design and delivery of experimental studies to investigate its biological activity, mechanism of action and potential therapeutic efficacy.

The role will generate robust evidence to establish how InflamAb modulates inflammatory pathways and inform its progression towards further preclinical development, while supporting commercialisation activities and the translation of research into potential therapeutic applications.

The work will contribute to the University’s research objectives, scientific outputs and wider impact through the development and exploitation of innovative approaches to inflammatory disease.

This role is funded by an Invest Northern Ireland Proof of Concept Award.

We may create a 12-month waiting list for the same or similar roles within the Department / Faculty. The University reserves the right to extend the waiting list across the University if required for certain posts.

ABOUT YOU

• A first or second-class honours degree (or equivalent) in Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Pharmacy, Biochemistry, or a related discipline, or a Master's degree in a relevant discipline.
• PhD (awarded or near completion with thesis submitted) in a relevant area such as biomedical sciences.
• Previous experience investigating human disease using quantitative research methods.

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Athena Swan Statement

Ulster University holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing Gender equality in higher education. You can read more about what this means on our University website. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family-friendly working environment, including flexible working.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, particularly from those with disabilities. Appointment will be made on merit.