PDRA in Immunology

Full job description

Reference:

JUL20255737

Expiry date:

17:59, Sun, 17th Aug 2025

Location:

Liverpool

Salary:

£39,355.00 - £41,671.00 Per Annum

Benefits:

30 Days holiday + Bank Holiday and additional Christmas closure days

Duration:

Fixed-term contract until 31st July 2027

We’re seeking a highly motivated and talented Postdoctoral Researcher with a strong background in immunology to join our dynamic team focused on monoclonal antibody (mAb) discovery and characterisation. In this role, you’ll play a key part in identifying and functionally profiling novel diagnostic and/or therapeutic antibodies using our cutting-edge mAb discovery platform and bespoke Fc effector function assays.

You’ll be working at the forefront of antibody research in a collaborative and innovative environment where your contributions will directly shape ongoing projects. You’ll also have the opportunity to pursue your own research ideas within the broader theme of antibody effector functions and immune cell interactions, potentially leading to projects that could support future career development, such as fellowship or independent position applications.

You should hold, or be close to completing, a PhD/DPhil in immunology, molecular biology, or a related discipline. Experience in molecular cloning and cell culture is essential, while familiarity with other relevant methods would be an advantage. However, full training and support will be provided, so we welcome candidates who are eager to learn and grow into the role.

(Please refer to the full job description attached for a comprehensive list of responsibilities and criteria)

Additional benefits of joining LSTM:

30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and 6 additional Christmas closure days

Generous occupational pension schemes

Affiliated, discounted staff membership to the University of Liverpool Sports Centre

Employee assistance programme to support with employee well-being

High street discounts and cashback offers

Government-backed cycle to work scheme

Plus, a host of additional family friendly policies

Application process:

Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we may close our vacancies early. It is therefore advisable to apply as early as possible if you would like to be considered for a role.

Inclusion is central to our values at LSTM.

We seek to attract and recruit people who reflect the diversity across our communities, regardless of ****** orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, nationality, faith or belief, social background, age and disability. LSTM selects candidates based on skills, qualifications, and experience.

We welcome conversations about flexible working; and applications from those returning to employment after a break from their careers.

About LSTM

Founded in 1898 and the oldest of its kind in the world, the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) is an internationally recognised centre of excellence for teaching and research in tropical diseases. Through the creation of effective links with governments, NGOs, private organisations, and global institutions and by responding to the health needs of communities, LSTM aims to promote improved health, particularly for people of the less developed/resource poorest countries in the tropics and sub-tropics.

LSTM actively promotes Equal Op