Research Assistant

1 month ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Imperial College London Full time

Location: South Kensington Campus/Hammersmith Campus (East Acton)

Job Summary

The National Heart and Lung Institute is looking for a research assistant to join the Inflammation, Repair and Development section based in South Kensington. You will work with a team of dedicated scientists and clinician-scientists on an exciting new project funded by Asthma + Lung UK.

The successful candidate will be a hardworking individual with a keen interest in Immunology and the ability to work as part of a team. You will work in a supportive, stimulating environment to explore the potential for a neutrophil chemotaxis assay to be used as a diagnostic biomarker. This is intended to identify which paediatric patients with non-allergic preschool wheeze are likely to respond to antibiotic treatment.

Duties and responsibilities

  • To develop and characterize suitable methodologies for the assessment of neutrophil chemotaxis responses
  • To assist with the analysis of data
  • To ensure the validity and reliability of data at all times
  • To maintain accurate and complete records of all findings
  • To assist with the writing of reports to research sponsors
  • To present findings to colleagues
  • To assist with the publication of findings

Essential requirements

  • A first class/ masters degree (or equivalent) in biomedical science or a related discipline
  • Previous experience in a research laboratory environment, including cell culture and standard molecular biology techniques.
  • Knowledge of molecular and cell biology, and biochemistry
  • Knowledge of basic research methods and statistical procedures
  • Knowledge of general laboratory practice, techniques and instrumentation

Further Information

This position is a full time (35h/pw) position on a fixed term basis for 12 months based at South Kensington Campus/Hammersmith Campus (East Acton).

Candidates interested in the position should complete an online application.

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr James Pease ),

For technical issues when applying online please email

£40,694 to £43,888 per annum



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