About the role
The Walker lab is internationally recognised for their work on how immune responses are regulated. Appropriate regulation of the immune system is necessary to avoid autoimmune diseases such as type 1 diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis. Conversely, in cancer immunotherapy selected immune regulatory pathways are blocked in order to augment anti-tumour immunity. Interestingly, the same pathway can sometimes be targeted to opposite effect in autoimmunity and cancer settings ( anti-CTLA-4 antibodies in cancer, soluble CTLA-4 molecules in autoimmunity).
The lab has developed a number of models to study immune (dys)regulation and dissect the underlying cellular mechanisms. The post holder will participate in a diverse range of activities (experimental work, record keeping, protocol development, patient sample analysis) and provide cross-cutting support to all ongoing research projects, including support for a new clinical study.
The post is funded for 18 months in the first instance. Interviews are expected to be held on Tuesday 11th November.
About you
Applicants should be highly motivated, have a degree in a biomedical-related subject, experience in cellular immunology and excellent communication skills.
Please see the attached job description and person specification for full details. Please also read the attached Candidate Guidance document.
All applications must include a supporting statement, telling us, using examples, how you meet the essential criteria listed in the job description. Applications without a supporting statement will be rejected.
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What we offer
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:
1. 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
2. Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme
3. Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
4. Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
5. Immigration loan
6. Relocation scheme for certain posts
7. On-Site nursery
8. On-site gym
9. Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
10. Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
11. Discounted medical insurance