Professor of Immunology

at  Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE:

• PhD or equivalent in a relevant subject area
• Extensive knowledge of subject area informed by substantial current research and reputation in the field, with an understanding of global factors effecting the discipline and work of LSTM
• Outstanding record of international level peer reviewed original publications and research, specifically related to low or middle-income countries
• Strong record of successfully generating significant/high prestige external funding (grants, contracts etc.) to support research projects
• Proven record of research leadership in a HEI and experience of developing multidisciplinary research programmes
• Considerable leadership and management experience, including the effective use of resources and budgetary responsibility
• Experience of academic governance and administration
• Proven experience of effective curriculum development and making a significant contribution to teaching and learning strategy
• Enthusiastic and entrepreneurial approach to work, with the ability to inspire and motivate a range of staff and collaborators
  To see a full list of responsibilities and requirements, see the job description attached.

• Initiate, develop, deliver, lead and publish research in immunology using innovative methodologies, which is considered internationally excellent
• Enhance the reputation, influence and profile of LSTM in immunology research as applied to low and middle-income countries
• Work with and lead academics in LSTM and MLW (Malawi-Liverpool-Wellcome Trust) in developing cutting edge capacity for immunology research, enabling the development of new knowledge and understanding of diagnosis/treatment of human pathogens/tropical diseases
• Develop a multidisciplinary research programme in human immunology, sustaining an extensive track record highly rated published research, allowing for further expansion of immunology research at LSTM
• Lead on innovative curriculum design and collaboratively approve the quality standards of LSTM teaching programmes, taking responsibility for teaching and learning applicable to own academic field
• Develop strategically important global partnerships and collaborations, generating grant income and opportunities for high prestige funding
• Articulate and deliver academic and vision and leadership, along with influencing high level internal and external collaborations to drive positive change
• Effectively lead, manage and mentor a team of senior academic and business support staff, setting standards, monitoring progress and overseeing delegated areas of responsibility