Viral Immunologist (Fixed Term)

at  University of Cambridge

Dr Naomi McGovern is seeking a highly motivated Viral Immunologist with a desire to join a congenial, dynamic and collaborative research team. The laboratory works on human tissue mononuclear phagocytes and how their properties are regulated by the local microenvironment.
Further details on research projects currently being undertaken in the McGovern lab can be seen at:
https://www.mcgovernlab.com/ https://www.path.cam.ac.uk/research/immunology-division/mcgovern-group
This project is funded by the UKRI. As a Viral Immunologist you will be using primary tissue macrophages, iPSCs and organoid systems to understand HCMV infection at the maternal-fetal interface. Techniques you will use, include multiparameter flow cytometry, scRNAseq, confocal microscopy, making viruses, infections in culture and others. This project will be carried in collaboration with virologist Dr Emma Poole.
Further details on the responsibilities of the role can be found in the further particulars document at the bottom of this page.
The Viral Immunologist will be appointed at either Research Assistant level or Research Associate depending on whether the relevant PhD has been attained.

We are looking for someone with:

• PhD in immunology, molecular biology or virology/ or in final stages of PhD submission
• Experience in working with viruses
• Experience in cellular biology
• Proven track record of research (e.g. publication record)
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Willingness to work with primary human tissue and blood
• Willingness to work flexibly as experiments require

Please refer the Job description for details