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 Imperials 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 [email protected]
About Imperial
Welcome to Imperial, a global top ten university where scientific imagination leads to world-changing impact.
Join us and be part of something bigger. From global health to climate change, AI to business leadership, here at Imperial we navigate some of the worlds toughest challenges. Whatever your role, your contribution will have a lasting impact.
As a member of our vibrant community of 22,000 students and 8,000 staff, youll collaborate with passionate minds across nine London campuses and a global network.
This is your chance to help shape the future. We hope youll join us at Imperial College London.
Our Culture
We work towards equality of opportunity, to eliminating discrimination, and to creating an inclusive working environment for all. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. You can read more about our commitment on our webpages.
Our values are at the root of everything we do and everyone in our community is expected to demonstrate respect, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and innovation.
£66,510 to £78,576 per annum, pro-rata
Apply Now
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 Imperials 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 [email protected]
About Imperial
Welcome to Imperial, a global top ten university where scientific imagination leads to world-changing impact.
Join us and be part of something bigger. From global health to climate change, AI to business leadership, here at Imperial we navigate some of the worlds toughest challenges. Whatever your role, your contribution will have a lasting impact.
As a member of our vibrant community of 22,000 students and 8,000 staff, youll collaborate with passionate minds across nine London campuses and a global network.
This is your chance to help shape the future. We hope youll join us at Imperial College London.
Our Culture
We work towards equality of opportunity, to eliminating discrimination, and to creating an inclusive working environment for all. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. You can read more about our commitment on our webpages.
Our values are at the root of everything we do and everyone in our community is expected to demonstrate respect, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and innovation.
£66,510 to £78,576 per annum, pro-rata
Apply Now