Research Fellow in Lung Remodelling

University of Southampton; Southampton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southampton invites applications for a Research Fellow in the Lung Resilience and Remodelling group. The post involves human lung tissue and BAL analyses, 3D cell culture with primary cells, and analysis of cell responses using molecular and cellular techniques including ELISA and RT-qPCR.

A PhD or equivalent in cell and molecular biology is required, with strong English communication skills. The successful candidate will join NIHR Southampton Biomedical Research Centre and work in

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in cell/molecular biology.
• Experience of cell culture is essential.
• Excellent spoken and written English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze human lung tissue and bronchoalveolar lavage samples.
• Perform 3D cell culture including primary cells.
• Utilize ELISA, RT-qPCR and gene knock-out/knock-in techniques.

Skills

PhD in relevant field

Cell biology

English communication

Education

PhD or equivalent

Tools

ELISA

RT-qPCR

3D cell culture

Immunohistochemistry

Job description

We are seeking to recruit a Research Fellow in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Southampton within the Lung Resilience and Remodelling group led by Professor Mark Jones
Working as part of a dynamic translational research team consisting of basic and clinical scientists within the NIHR Southampton Biomedical Research Centre, the successful candidate will be based in the Brooke Laboratory at University Hospital Southampton.
The role will involve human lung tissue and bronchoalveolar lavage analyses, 3D cell culture (including primary cells), analysis of cell responses by molecular and cellular techniques including ELISA, RT-qPCR, and manipulation of cells by pharmacological and gene knock-out/knock-in techniques.

For this position, you must have a PhD or equivalent professional qualifications and experience in cell and molecular biology. Experience of cell culture and at least some of the techniques listed above is essential, while experience in primary lung cell culture, 3D culture techniques, and (immuno)histochemistry is desirable.
The ideal candidate will be able to adapt to working with a variety of techniques across different laboratories, working efficiently and diligently, with a strong work ethic and able to use their own initiative. They will be team-oriented, with excellent organisational skills, and reliable. The successful applicant must have excellent spoken and written English communication skills.