Professors / Readers / Senior Lecturers in Vector Biology
Based in Liverpool, with flexible working opportunities available
Salaries per role:
1. Professor: dependent on experience
2. Reader: £75,959 - £82,989
3. Senior Lecturer: £61,670 - £75,959
Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) is a globally recognised centre of excellence for teaching and research in tropical diseases. Ranked in the top 5.3% of universities in the world, 1st overall in the latest UK Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey, and 2nd in the UK for research impact through REF2021, there has never been a better time to join the team in Liverpool.
Our Vector Biology Department is already one of the largest in the world, bringing together expertise in molecular biology, population genetics, field entomology, and translational research. With internationally recognised strengths in genomics, insecticide resistance, and evaluation of novel interventions, we provide a collaborative environment where new leaders can build ambitious programmes. We are now seeking to expand our research to investigate vector-pathogen interactions, to assess the impacts of anthropogenic change on vector-borne diseases, and to diversify the disease systems in which we work.
With access to state-of-the-art insectaries and CL3 containment facilities for pathogen research, and a new Human Challenge Facility providing an exceptional environment for experimental work, you will join a multidisciplinary group committed to translating mechanistic insight into real-world disease control.
The role also offers an exceptional opportunity to embed field-based and translational research in Malawi through the Malawi-Liverpool-Wellcome (MLW) Programme, as well as other LSTM hubs and research collaborations that together offer world-class clinical infrastructure, established entomology field sites, and advanced insectaries and molecular laboratories. This is central to growing LSTM’s footprint and ensuring our science is embedded in the communities most affected by vector-borne disease.
The successful candidates will bring:
- Qualifications, training & knowledge:
4. PHD or equivalent in a relevant subject area
5. Extensive knowledge of the subject area informed by substantial current research in the field
6. Knowledge of strategic leadership principles and their effective application in a HEI setting
7. Demonstrate an understanding of global factors affecting the discipline and work of LSTM
- Experience:
8. Evidence of established international reputation in academic field
9. Strong record of international level peer reviewed publications and research outputs
10. Strong record of successfully generating significant external funding (grants, contracts etc.) to support research projects
11. Proven record of research leadership in a HEI/Industry and experience of developing multidisciplinary research programmes
12. Leadership and management experience, including the effective use of resources and budgetary responsibility and evidence of the capacity to assume further, major leadership roles within and outside LSTM
13. Experience of leading, motivating and collaborating within highly successful teams Experience of academic governance and administration
In return we offer:
14. 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, and additional Christmas closure days
15. Generous occupational pension schemes
16. Agile working
17. Government backed “cycle to work” scheme
18. Affiliated, discounted staff membership to the University of Liverpool Sports Centre
19. Plus, a host of additional family friendly policies
We are on a mission to improve health outcomes, and we are really proud of the work we do. If this sounds like something you would like be part of, we would love to hear from you!