Overview

The successful candidate will work on a project that aims to unravel novel mechanisms that control memory T cell function. Based on recent results, we will characterise the biology of a subset of CD4+ memory T cells that activate the cytokine TGF-β and have suppressive properties. The project aims to characterise the functional role of these cells in infection and cancer using murine models and human patient samples. The results will provide a step-change in our understanding of how memory T cell responses are controlled and reveal candidate mechanisms that could be targeted to promote more effective responses to infection and cancer.

Essential requirements

• Holding (or expect 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

Other details

Successful candidates may be subject to pre-employment screening carried out on our behalf by a third party. The offer of employment will be dependent on the successful candidate passing that screening. Whilst you will be required to provide express consent at a later stage, by continuing with your application now you acknowledge that you are aware that such screening will take place, and agree to take part in the process.

Funding period: 36 months

Start date: As close to 1st January 2026 as possible

Equality and inclusion

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working - you can find out more here. Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Please be aware that due to the number of applications we are unfortunately not able to provide individual feedback on your application.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to People.Recruitment@manchester.ac.uk.

Any CV's submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Professor Mark Travis

Email: Mark.Travis-2@manchester.ac.uk

General enquiries:

Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk

Technical support:

https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home

This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.