The University of Manchester
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Immunology
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Immunology (Grade 6)
We are seeking a motivated and collaborative individual to join our team as a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Immunology (Grade 6). This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to work within a dynamic and inclusive environment, in the Hepworth lab in the areas of Mucosal Immunology, ILC biology and relevant interdisciplinary fields (e.g. neuroimmunology, matrix biology, metabolism, etc). This would be expected to include independently performing experiments utilizing animal models and the downstream isolation and analysis of immune cells using a variety of techniques including, but not limited to, flow cytometry, ELISA, RT-PCR, bulk and single cell RNA sequencing, imaging and other emerging technologies (e.g. imaging mass cytometry, spatial transcriptomics, metabolomics/proteomics) – including aspects of informatics and advanced data analysis.
You will be responsible for
- Conceptualise and design experiments
- Undertake and drive a research project with view to publication
- Help supervise other lab members and students
About You
We welcome candidates who bring diverse perspectives, experiences, and approaches to their work.
Essential Criteria:
- Hold (or expect to hold shortly) a PhD in Immunology, or other relevant discipline in Biomedical Sciences, and a BSc (hons) in a relevant Biological Science.
- Extensive and up-to-date theoretical and practical knowledge in Immunology, particularly Mucosal Immunology or other relevant subdiscipline (e.g. neuroimmunology, metabolism, matrix biology etc).
- Excellent technical skills in core lab techniques and benchwork.
- Extensive experience in core Immunological Techniques (e.g. multiparameter flow cytometry, tissue processing, ELISA, RT-PCR etc).
- Experience in transgenic animal models and/or in vivo interventions and disease models.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Desirable Criteria:
- Experience with emerging technologies e.g. ‘omics and advanced informatics, spatial transcriptomics and other imaging techniques.
- Experience in cross-disciplinary aspects of immunology, particularly welcoming applicants with backgrounds in neuroimmunology, matrix biology, metabolism or other relevant areas.
- Hold a UK Home Office License (or equivalent experience outside UK).
We value transferable skills and real-world experience as much as formal qualifications.
Our benefits include:
- Generous employer contribution pension
- 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays, along with Christmas closure
- Ride to work and EV car scheme available
For more information, please see University of Manchester Benefits. You can also find information on our Flexible and Hybrid working here.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
We are an open place of enquiry and challenge. We embrace and celebrate difference, diversity and debate, and we pride ourselves on being a place of education, learning and community where we are able, within the law, to question and test received wisdom, express new ideas and explore controversial or unpopular topics and opinions. Find out more from our Freedom of Speech Policy.
Enquiries About The Role, Shortlisting And Interviews
- Name: Matt Hepworth
- Email Address: matthew.hepworth@manchester.ac.uk
General enquiries and administrative support
Technical and job portal support
This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must demonstrate the right to work in the UK.
Applications close at midnight on the closing date
Further particulars (with person specification) linked below.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills