We currently have 2 posts available
RS64: Post-doctoral Scientist in Cancer Immunology
See advert below and download the full job description here
- Job Title: Post-doctoral Scientist
- Group: Liver Regeneration & Tissue Engineering, & Liver Immunology
- Reporting to: Dr Luca Urbani (PI) and Prof Shilpa Chokshi (PI & Chief Scientific Officer)
- Duration: 2 years initially
- Salary: Competitive salary (salary point depending on experience and skills)
- Annual leave: 27 days per annum
- Starting date: July – August 2024
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 9am Monday 1st July 2024
We are seeking an ambitious and dynamic post-doctoral scientist to become an integral part of the Liver Regeneration and Tissue Engineering group and Liver Immunology group at the Roger Williams Institute of Hepatology (RW-IoH). Do you have the passion to explore the frontiers of knowledge in cancer immunology and extracellular matrix (ECM) research?
As a key team member you will spearhead a groundbreaking project exploring immunomodulatory properties of the extracellular matrix in hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) and other liver cancers. Responsibilities will include day-to-day management and coordination of this project, focusing on the intricate cross-talk between immune cells and specific ECM-associated proteins. By delving into the immunomodulatory properties of cancer ECM proteins, your work aims to unravel how the ECM shields tumours from the immune system and can regulate local responses to immunotherapies, such as checkpoint receptors.
We Are Looking For:
- An enthusiastic and dynamic post-doctoral scientist.
- Strong background and experience in cancer immunology, preferably expertise in working with human samples.
- Knowledge of liver immunology advantageous, along with an interest in ECM research.
- Good publication record.
Your Impact:
You will be pivotal in performing and driving forward this research project: data collection and analysis, literature review, manuscript preparation for high-impact publications. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to showcase your findings at internal and external scientific meetings/conferences. Acting as mentor and supervisor, you will also guide and inspire junior members of the research team and visiting students.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a vibrant research community with access to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities.
- Collaborate with leading experts in liver research at RW-IoH and King’s College London.
- Contribute to cutting-edge projects focused on Liver Cell Injury and Repair, spanning various areas such as viral hepatitis, hepatocellular carcinoma, liver tissue engineering, and more.
- Leap into a world of groundbreaking liver research and be at the forefront of discoveries to reshape the future of cancer treatment.
Apply now and join us in our mission to deliver research that has tangible benefits for patients with liver disease.
The RW-IoH is an independent research organisation in partnership with King’s College London, with close research links with King’s College Hospital. Research is organised within the overall theme of Liver Cell Injury and Repair, and recent major areas of research have included viral hepatitis, hepatocellular carcinoma, liver tissue engineering, complications of cirrhosis, liver-gut axis, chronic and acute liver disease, and liver immunology. For more details: http://www.liver-research.org.uk
To apply: send a 1-page covering letter explaining your background and suitability, together with a detailed CV describing your research experience to date and including names and contact details of two referees, one of whom is the current/most recent employer, to:
James Poynton, Chief Operating Officer, Foundation for Liver Research:
j.poynton@researchinliver.org.uk
Please name documents you send as follows:
<surname, first name, RS64, {CV}or{covering letter}> Quote Job Ref: RS64
Informal enquiries: Dr Luca Urbani, Principal Investigator: luca.urbani@researchinliver.org.uk
The Foundation for Liver Research are committed to fostering a safe and welcoming working environment where everyone feels valued.
RS66: Postdoctoral Scientist in Mitochondrial Medicine for Liver Disease
See advert below and download the full job description here
- Research group: Mitochondrial Medicine for Liver Disease
- Reporting to: Dr Elena Palma (Principal Investigator)
- Duration: 2 year fixed term contract initially, possibility of extension
- Annual leave: 27 days per annum plus bank holidays
- Start date: July – August 2024
- Location: London SE5
- Salary: £38,816 to £41,468 per annum depending on experience and skills
- Hours: Full time, 36.5 per week
- Closing date: 5pm Friday 21st June 2024
We are seeking a driven and motivated Post-doctoral scientist to become an integral part of the Mitochondrial Medicine for Liver Disease group at the Roger Williams Institute of Hepatology (RW-IoH). Are you passionate about those amazing organelles? Do you believe the best has yet to come for mitochondria-targeted therapies?
You will be a key team member and together we will develop a project on mitochondrial transplantation for the rescue of marginal grafts or on targeting mitochondrial dynamics for Alcohol-related Liver Disease (according to your interest/expertise). Responsibilities will include day-to-day management and coordination of the project with a clear focus on translational medicine. By delving into the pathophysiological role of mitochondria, you will push the boundaries of mitochondrial medicine and develop innovative interventions to tackle the burden of liver disease.
We Are Looking For:
- An enthusiastic and motivated post-doctoral scientist.
- Strong background and experience in mitochondrial pathophysiology, morphology, dynamics, preferable expertise in working with human models/samples.
- Knowledge of liver disease or organ transplantation will be advantageous, along with an interest in mitochondrial transfer/transplantation.
- Good publication record.
Your Impact:
You will be pivotal in performing and driving forward this research project: data collection and analysis, literature review, manuscript preparation for high-impact publications and grant applications. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to showcase your findings at internal and external scientific meetings/conferences. Acting as mentor and supervisor, you will also guide and inspire junior members of the research team and students.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a vibrant research community with access to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities.
- Collaborate with leading experts in liver research at RW-IoH and King’s College London/Hospital.
- Contribute to cutting-edge projects focused on Liver Cell Injury and Repair, spanning various areas such as chronic liver disease, liver cancer, disease modelling, tissue engineering, and more.
- Leap into a world of groundbreaking liver research and be at the forefront of discoveries to reshape the future of experimental hepatology.
Apply now and join us in our mission to deliver research that has tangible benefits for patients with liver disease.
The RW-IoH is an independent research organisation in partnership with King’s College London, with close research links with King’s College Hospital. For more details: http://www.liver-research.org.uk
To apply: send a 1-page covering letter explaining your background and suitability, together with a detailed CV describing your research experience to date and including names and contact details of two referees, one of whom is the current/most recent employer, to:
James Poynton, Chief Operating Officer, Foundation for Liver Research:
j.poynton@researchinliver.org.uk
Please name documents you send as follows:
<surname, first name, RS65, {CV} or {covering letter}>
Quote Job Ref: RS65
Informal enquiries: Dr Elena Palma, Principal Investigator: e.palma@researchinliver.org.uk
The Roger Williams Institute of Hepatology and the Foundation for Liver Research are committed to fostering a safe and welcoming working environment where everyone feels valued.
