Job number
MED05007
Faculties
Faculty of Medicine
Salary or Salary range
£43,003 - £56,345 per annum
Location/campus
South Kensington Campus - On site only
Contract type work pattern
Full time - Fixed term
Posting End Date
8 Jan 2025
About the role
Applications are invited for the post of Research Assistant or Research Associate (post-doctoral researcher) in the Section of Virology within the Department of Infectious Disease, Imperial College London.
The position is supported by Blood Cancer UK. This post is full-time, starting as soon as possible. The post is initially until 7/8/25 but can be extended with a few months once the exact start date is known.
What you would be doing
You will focus on characterising the role and mechanism of host factors in HTLV integration. HTLV is a Biosafety Level 3 pathogen, so if you have experience working in a BSL3 lab, you will be able to hit the ground running.
You will use various genetic, molecular and biochemical techniques, including next generation sequencing (NGS).
The candidate will be in an excellent position to carry out research in the competitive field of retrovirology.
What we are looking for
* The project requires an exceptionally motivated scientist with an MSc (Assistant) or PhD (Associate) in a relevant area, and a solid background in molecular biology and, preferably with experience in retrovirology.
* Candidates who have not yet been officially awarded their PhD will be appointed as a Research Assistant within the salary range £43,003 - £46,297 per annum.
* Good experience with NGS analysis, working with R and/or experience with molecular retroviral work would be an advantage.
* You will have the opportunity to design and implement experimental strategies and to develop the project.
* You will have good interpersonal and presentation skills and will also be required to train/assist other members of the laboratory.
* In addition, you will be expected to contribute to submit publications to refereed journals, and to present your findings at international and national conferences.
What we can offer you
* 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.
* Join the Early Careers Researchers Club (https://www.imperial.ac.uk/infectious-disease/about-us/ecr-club/).
* Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year and generous pension schemes).
Further information
This is a full time and fixed term role based at the South Kensington Campus.
For more information on the role, please contact Prof Goedele N. Maertens: g.maertens@imperial.ac.uk
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Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.
We reserve the right to close the advert prior to the closing date stated should we receive a high volume of applications. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
About Imperial
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