Professor of Immune-Ageing

About us

The Division of Medicine is part of the Faculty of Medical Sciences and includes 130 principal investigators, among them five Fellows of the Royal Society, 15 members of the Academy of Medical Sciences, and three Senior Investigators of the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR). We unite clinicians and scientists engaged in world-leading research, education, and patient care. Recently, the Department of Ageing, Rheumatology and Regenerative Medicine was established to explore the underlying mechanisms of chronic inflammatory and autoimmune diseases.

About the role

The primary purpose of this role is to initiate, develop, and lead internationally recognised research in the field of immune-ageing. The post holder will be an established researcher with a strong independent track record and international recognition within their field. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to world-leading research, teaching, and broader academic engagement. The role will involve developing and executing a personal research programme focused on immune-ageing, employing original approaches that advance the department’s research profile. The post holder will be expected to publish regularly in peer-reviewed journals of international standing, present their work at national and international conferences, and participate in professional organisations, learned societies, peer review bodies, and Research Councils. A key responsibility will be to develop collaborative research proposals and funding applications with colleagues in the Division and beyond, while also independently negotiating and securing external research funding to support their programme and potentially a research team. They will lead on defining research objectives, oversee the implementation of projects, and ensure timely delivery within budget. The role also includes the supervision, coaching, and development of research s taff, where appropriate. The post holder will support the Division’s outreach strategy by cultivating external links and developing partnerships with relevant academic groups, clinical teams, industry partners, and external bodies. Strategic planning and resource management are important aspects of the position. The candidate will be expected to set long-term research objectives, plan the use of laboratory and other research resources, and prepare competitive proposals for external funding. They will manage their own workload across research, teaching, and administration, as well as mentor and support junior colleagues in their professional development. The role involves supervising other researchers, contributing to the development of skills and competencies in others (including research students), and managing project budgets and assets effectively. Finally, the role requires maintaining productive internal and external relationships. The post holder will supervise undergr aduate and postgraduate research projects, participate in or lead relevant committees, and collaborate with academic colleagues within the Department, the Division of Medicine, and across the Faculty.

About you

The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in a relevant subject area or possess equivalent experience, demonstrating a deep understanding of their field. They will have an established track record of publishing high-impact and influential research in respected peer-reviewed journals, contributing significantly to the advancement of knowledge in their discipline. The candidate will also have a strong history of securing research funding from a range of sources, including charities, trusts, UKRI, and industry, both independently and as part of collaborative initiatives. 

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