Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Immunology

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Postdoctoral Research Assistant with interest/expertise in psychoneuroimmunology or related field to work to work with us investigating the mechanisms behind the antidepressant effect of physical exercise. The position is funded by the Wellcome Trust for three years in the first instance (Life Study). You will work at the Translational Pharmacology Lab directed by Dr. Livia A. Carvalho. The mechanisms we are interested involving neuroendocrine, immune, and metabolic systems. The post holder will apply mainly wet-, but potentially also dry- lab methods in appropriate samples to interrogate related questions.

About You

The successful candidate will be expected to have a PhD degree in Immunology, genomics, or related field, ideally with a background in neurosciences, with excellent hands-on knowledge and experience with RNA sequencing analysis, qPCR, flow cytometry and luminex. Excellent laboratory skills and data analysis skills are necessary. Key attributes of the successful candidate should include evidence of prior research productivity, great communication and interpersonal skills, good organisation, self-motivation, and the ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.

About the Team

The William Harvey Research Institute has a strong and growing group working in genomics and research is focused of the Institute is on neuroendocrine, inflammation and cardiovascular disease and a particular strength in human genetics.

Our team have large experience in the field of Psychoneuroimmunology human lab work combining clinical and epidemiological approaches to understand the mechanisms of: 1) Mental illness development and Maintenance; 2) Effects of psychotropic drugs.

About Queen Mary

At Queen Mary University of London, we believe that a diversity of ideas helps us achieve the previously unthinkable.

Throughout our history, we’ve fostered social justice and improved lives through academic excellence. And we continue to live and breathe this spirit today, not because it’s simply ‘the right thing to do’ but for what it helps us achieve and the intellectual brilliance it delivers.

We continue to embrace diversity of thought and opinion in everything we do, in the belief that when views collide, disciplines interact, and perspectives intersect, truly original thought takes form.

Benefits

We offer competitive salaries, access to a generous pension scheme, 30 days’ leave per annum (pro-rata for part-time/fixed-term), a season ticket loan scheme and access to a comprehensive range of personal and professional development opportunities. In addition, we offer a range of work life balance and family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and campus facilities including an on-site nursery at the Mile End campus.

The post is based at the Charterhouse Square Campus in London. This is a full-time fixed term appointment with a finish date of 31/3/2027 in the first instance. The starting salary will be Grade 4 at £40,223 per annum (pro-rata), inclusive of London Allowance.

Queen Mary’s commitment to our diverse and inclusive community is embedded in our appointments processes. Reasonable adjustments will be made at each stage of the recruitment process for any candidate with a disability. We are open to considering applications from candidates wishing to work flexibly.

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