Overview

Research Associate in Immunology – The University of Manchester. The successful candidate will work on a project to unravel novel mechanisms that control memory T cell function. The work will characterise a subset of CD4+ memory T cells that activate the cytokine TGF-β and have suppressive properties, using murine models and human patient samples. The project aims to understand how memory T cell responses are controlled and to identify candidate mechanisms that could be targeted to promote more effective responses to infection and cancer.

Funding period: 36 months. Start date: as close to 1 January 2026 as possible.

Responsibilities

• Characterise the functional role of CD4+ memory T cells that activate TGF-β in infection and cancer models.
• Work with murine models and human patient samples to study memory T cell biology.
• Apply up-to-date immunology techniques and laboratory practices to advance the project aims.

Qualifications

• Holding (or expected to hold shortly) a PhD in Immunology or a related Biological Science (or equivalent experience).
• Extensive up-to-date theoretical and practical knowledge in immunology-focused laboratory research.
• Excellent technical skills in murine models used to study the immune system.
• Extensive experience in flow cytometry.

Additional information

• Pre-employment screening may be required by third parties. The offer of employment depends on passing screening. By continuing with your application you acknowledge that screening will take place.
• Equal opportunities employer; flexible and hybrid working arrangements may be considered. All appointments are made on merit.
• Enquiries: Professor Mark Travis (email: Mark.Travis-2@manchester.ac.uk). General enquiries: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk. Technical support: https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home
• Closing: This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date. See the Further Particulars document for the person specification criteria.