POSITION DETAILS

Department of Immunology and Immunotherapy, School of Infection, Inflammation and Immunology, College of Medicine and Health
Location: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham UK
Full time starting salary is normally in the range £33,002 to £35,608 with potential progression once in post to £39,906
Grade: 6
Full Time, Fixed Term contract up to February 2026
Closing date: 27th August 2025

ROLE SUMMARY

The role will involve sample processing, analysis and data collection using a range of metabolic, flow cytometry and T cell assays to assess the phenotype and proliferative and metabolic profiles of γδ T cells in peripheral blood and tissues. The role will also involve immunohistochemistry staining (single plex and multiplex) and analysis using Visiopharm and QuPath. The Research Associate will be part of an integrative team working collaboratively to deliver this workstream.

MAIN DUTIES

• Assist in the collection and storage of samples and data; liaising with local phlebotomists and the Human Biomaterials Resource Centre.
• Analyse and manage collected biological samples as directed; this may be through a variety of research methods, such as scientific experimentation, literature reviews and data upload.
• Carry out administrative tasks related directly to the delivery of the research
• Participate in research team meetings
• To present research outputs, including drafting academic publications or parts thereof, for example at seminars and as posters
• To provide guidance, as required, to support staff and any students who may be assisting with the research
• Participate and contribute to public engagement events
• Analyse research data as directed
• Develop or adapt techniques, models and methods
• Deal with problems that may affect the achievement of research objectives and deadlines
• Promotes equality and values diversity acting as a role model and fostering an inclusive working culture