RNA Vaccine immunology research associate

Research Associate @Imperial College London posted 2 days ago

Job Description

Job number
MED05190
Faculties
Faculty of Medicine
Departments
Department of Infectious Disease
Salary or Salary range
£48,056 – £49,895 per annum
Location/campus
South Kensington Campus – On site only
Contract type work pattern
Full time – Fixed term
Posting End Date
25 Jun 2025

About the role

The research post will contribute to an exciting vaccinology and formulation project on RNA vaccines. In particular the post will implement ELISpot, ELISA, qPCR and multicolour flow cytometry techniques to assess the immune response to vaccination. Central to the success of the post will be the analysis and integration of data resulting from these experiments and working closely with research partners.

 

What you would be doing

RNA vaccines offer incredible scope for preventing and treating disease. One exciting aspect is small scale local manufacture, overcoming issues of access and distribution. In this project you will test RNA vaccines generated on an extremely exciting small scale manufacturing system. This will also contribute to the green economy through more sustainable manufacturing practices.

 

 

What we are looking for

  • Hold a PhD in immunology, vaccinology or a closely related discipline, or equivalent research, industrial or commercial experience*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.
  • In vivo/ pre-clinical experience
  • Immunology/ Vaccinology Experience
  • Evidence of independent research

 

What we can offer you

 

  • Exciting science project
  • Your own labcoat
  • Membership of a great team
  • Opportunity to work with a moderately well known science writer
  • The occasional down day when nothing works, but counteracted by up days when things do
  • The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution
  • Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year)
  • Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

 

 

Further information

This is a full time and a fixed-term role based at the South Kensington Campus.

The department of infectious disease is the largest academic ID department in UK. We have just moved to a more consolidated location in South Kensington campus. There are lots of opportunities for cross-discipline work and discussions.

If you require any further details about the role, please contact: John Tregoning – john.tregoning@imperial.ac.uk.

 

 

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