Postdoctoral Research Associate (PDRA)

Imperial College London - Department of Infectious Disease

Location: Hammersmith Campus, Imperial College London

About the role:

We are looking for a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to join a multi-disciplinary research group focused on using –omic approaches to study immunological mechanisms driving post-infection sequelae and persistent symptoms in Long Covid and ME/CFS. You will work with Professors Rosemary Boyton and Daniel Altmann in the Faculty of Medicine to generate and analyse flow cytometry, proteomic, transcriptomic and cellular data.

What you would be doing:

You will lead laboratory experiments and bioinformatic analysis, including multi-parameter flow cytometry, RNA-seq (bulk and single-cell), and proteomic pipelines. You will analyse in-house and public datasets, write high-quality manuscripts, supervise students, and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver impactful research.

What are we looking for:

• PhD in Immunology, Computational Biology or related field
• Candidates who have not yet been officially awarded their PhD will be appointed as a Research Assistant within the salary range £43,863 - £47,223 per annum
• Experience in multi-omic data analysis and bioinformatics
• Proficiency in flow cytometry and molecular biology techniques
• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals
• Excellent organisational and communication skills

What we can offer you:

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge research into Long Covid and ME/CFS as part of a world-leading academic team at Imperial College London
• Access to career development and training opportunities
• Generous benefits including pension scheme and 41 days annual leave
• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity.
• Grow your career: gain access to Imperial’s sector-leading dedicated career support for researchers as well as opportunities for promotion and progression.
• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days off a year and generous pension schemes).
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further Information:

This post is full-time, fixed term for 24 months with the possibility of extension. It is based mainly at the Hammersmith Campus with occasional travel to other Imperial sites.

For further information, please contact:

Prof Rosemary Boyton (r.boyton@imperial.ac.uk) or Prof Daniel Altmann (d.altmann@imperial.ac.uk).

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