Professor Gordon Dougan FRS and his team are exploiting genetic, immunological and microbial methodologies to analysis the interactions between pathogens and their hosts to shed light on how humans and other animal control infections. Key to the team’s activities is a screen in novel mutant mice as a basis to identify infection susceptibility loci. This team also have a number of high profile worldwide collaborations aimed at investigating important diseases particularly in the healthcare system and the third world.
The team has significant core funding and as part of a consortia they have secured a Wellcome Trust Strategic Award to expand over 5 years the infection and immunity component of the programme. The award brings together world experts in the area of infection and immunity.
We are seeking to recruit a pro-active, independent minded Postdoctoral Fellow to work on the project. This will include the opportunity to investigate the molecular and cellular aspects of how pathogens modify host responses and how this might impact on immunity to disease. The successful candidate will work closely with the external partners who have detailed knowledge of immune biology of disease, including infections. Expertise in investigating immune responses to diseased states would be an advantage.
Essential Skills
- Qualified to PhD level in a biologically relevant field;
- B.A. in Molecular and Cell Biology or related subject;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including appropriate formal or informal presentations to different scientific audiences;
- Demonstrable ability to write clear and concise documentation;
- Ability to work effectively within a team, contributing to discussions and disseminating knowledge and information;
- Evidence of publishing scientific research.
Expertise in investigating immune responses to diseased states would be an advantage.
Other information
Closing date for applications: 14 April 2013
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