Research Fellow in Autoimmune Disease

About us

The Haemostasis Research Unit (HRU) is a vibrant research group that consists of clinicians and basic scientists conducting world leading research on the autoimmune disease Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP). The research unit, based in Bloomsbury, is led by Prof Marie Scully and Dr Rens de Groot and hosts the UK TTP registry. The clinicians run the TTP specialist centre at UCLH for the Southeast of England. The laboratory is part of the Institute of Cardiovascular Science, which is a world-class centre of excellence focused on developing novel preventative and therapeutic strategies in cardiovascular medicine.

About the role

We are seeking to employ a Research Fellow in Autoimmune with a background in immunology and a research interest in autoimmune diseases to conduct research into the rare autoimmune disease Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP). This life-threatening disorder is characterized by autoantibodies against the enzyme ADAMTS13, which ultimately lead to thrombotic occlusion of the microvasculature. The research project will focus on investigating patient B-cells and T-cells that are specific for the autoantigen (ADAMTS13).

The Research Fellow will develop and plan research together with Prof Scully and Dr de Groot and carry out the research in accordance with agreed projects as well as conducting data analysis ensuring its validity and reliability of data at all times.

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The post is full-time (36.5 hours) and funded until 30th November 2027. Further funding may become available.

Appointment at Grade 7 (£42,099 - £50,585 per annum) is dependent upon having been awarded a PhD; if this is not the case, initial appointment will be at Research Assistant Grade 6B (£37,332 – £39,980 per annum) with payment at Grade 7 being backdated to the date of final submission of the PhD thesis.

For an informal discussion please contact Dr Rens de Groot at r.degroot@ucl.ac.uk

For any queries regarding the recruitment process please contact Anita Gorasia at a.gorasia@ucl.ac.uk

About you

The Research Fellow must have a PhD in immunology, a research interest in autoimmune disease and experience with isolating PBMC’s and investigating lymphocytes. The role holder will also be skilled in flow cytometry.

Please review the job description before applying, paying particular attention to the essential / desirable criteria, and ensure your experience in these areas is addressed in your application.

What we offer

We will consider applicants to work on a part-time, flexible and job share wherever possible.

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are:, 41 Days holiday (pro rata for part time staff) (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days), cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan, on-site gym and employee assistance programme

Visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/reward-and-benefits to find out more.

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We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL’s workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people; and for our Grade 9 and 10 roles, women.

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