Viral Immunologist (Fixed Term)

Dr Naomi McGovern is seeking a highly motivated Viral Immunologist with a desire to join a congenial, dynamic and collaborative research team. The laboratory works on human tissue mononuclear phagocytes and how their properties are regulated by the local microenvironment.

This project is funded by the UKRI. As a Viral Immunologist, you will be using primary tissue macrophages, iPSCs, and organoid systems to understand HCMV infection at the maternal-fetal interface. Techniques you will use include multiparameter flow cytometry, scRNAseq, confocal microscopy, making viruses, infections in culture, and others. This project will be carried out in collaboration with virologist Dr Emma Poole.

We are looking for someone with:

1. PhD in immunology, molecular biology, or virology/or in final stages of PhD submission
2. Experience in working with viruses
3. Experience in cellular biology
4. Proven track record of research (e.g., publication record)
5. Strong written and oral communication skills
6. Willingness to work with primary human tissue and blood
7. Willingness to work flexibly as experiments require

The Viral Immunologist will be appointed at either Research Assistant level or Research Associate depending on whether the relevant PhD has been attained.

How to apply:

Please provide a statement of interest/cover letter explaining why you are interested in this area of research. Please also provide your CV and 2 references.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 12 months in the first instance.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

Please quote reference PK44060 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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