Postdoctoral Research Associate

About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate with interest/expertise in psychoneuroimmunology or related field to work with us investigating the mechanisms behind the antidepressant effect of physical exercise. The position is funded by the Wellcome Trust for two years in the first instance (Life Study), potentially renewable for another year. You will work at the Translational Pharmacology Lab directed by Dr. Livia A. Carvalho. The post holder will apply both wet-, and dry- lab methods in appropriate human clinical studies to interrogate research questions related to development, maintenance and treatment of mental illnesses.

About You
The successful candidate will be expected to have or be working toward* a PhD in genomics, biomedical sciences, Immunology, or related field, an interest in neurosciences, with excellent hands-on data analysis experience of omics data. Excellent laboratory skills and data analysis skills are desirable. Key attributes of the successful candidate should include evidence of prior research productivity, great communication and interpersonal skills, good organisation, self-motivation, independence and the ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.

About the School/Department/Institute/Project
The William Harvey Research Institute has a strong and growing group working in genomics and research is focused of the Institute is on neuroendocrine, inflammation and cardiovascular disease and a particular strength in human genetics.

Our team have large experience in the field of Psychoneuroimmunology human lab work combining clinical and epidemiological approaches to understand the biological embedding of stress in people with or at-risk of mental illness.

About Queen Mary
At Queen Mary University of London, we believe that a diversity of ideas helps us achieve the previously unthinkable.

Throughout our history, we’ve fostered social justice and improved lives through academic excellence. And we continue to live and breathe this spirit today, not because it’s simply ‘the right thing to do’ but for what it helps us achieve and the intellectual brilliance it delivers.

We continue to embrace diversity of thought and opinion in everything we do, in the belief that when views collide, disciplines interact, and perspectives intersect, truly original thought takes form.

Benefits
We offer competitive salaries, access to a generous pension scheme, 30 days’ leave per annum (pro-rata for part-time/fixed-term), a season ticket loan scheme and access to a comprehensive range of personal and professional development opportunities. In addition, we offer a range of work life balance and family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and campus facilities.

Queen Mary’s commitment to our diverse and inclusive community is embedded in our appointments processes. Reasonable adjustments will be made at each stage of the recruitment process for any candidate with a disability. We are open to considering applications from candidates wishing to work flexibly.

*PhD candidates who are close to completion and have not yet received their PhD award, will be appointed on a salary of £37,889 - £38,483. On providing a copy of the formal award letter or award certificate, the salary will increase to £41,510.

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