Advanced Research Fellow (Part-Time) in Neisserial Vaccinology

Location: South Kensington

About the role:

The Advanced Research Fellow will be joining the innovation-focused Bidmos’ lab, where psychological safety forms the foundation of creativity, collaboration, and cutting-edge scientific breakthroughs. The Fellow will lead activities in the lab relating to the functional characterisation of novel Neisserial vaccine antigens and immunogenicity assessments in animal models. In this role, you will have the opportunity to engage with a collaborative, multidisciplinary team while supporting and mentoring others in the lab, all within a dynamic and innovative research environment.

What you would be doing:

You will collaborate closely with the Principal Investigator, contributing to research leadership, encouraging innovative thinking, and helping to solve complex challenges in the field. Your work will focus on identifying the cognate targets of patient-derived anti-Neisserial human monoclonal antibodies, using techniques like phage display and mutagenesis. You will also guide efforts in generating animal immunogenicity data, which will support the development of new therapeutic approaches.

What we are looking for:

• Prior significant experience in meningococcal and gonococcal biology
• Significant experience and ability to train staff and students on animal models of Neisserial pathogenesis and vaccinology

What we can offer you:

• Enjoy a culture rooted in psychological safety, where your ideas are encouraged, and collaborative efforts are celebrated.
• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity.
• Grow your career: Gain access to Imperial’s sector-leading dedicated career support for researchers as well as opportunities for promotion and progression
• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year and generous pension schemes).

Further Information

If you require any further details on the role, please contact:

Dr. Fadil Bidmos – f.bidmos@imperial.ac.uk

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