Academic Researcher in Cancer Immunology

3 weeks ago

Leicester, Leicester, United Kingdom University of Leicester Full time

About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled researcher to join our team at the University of Leicester, within the Department of Genetics and Genome Biology. The successful candidate will conduct high-quality research and teaching in the field of cancer immunology and prevention, focusing on developing agents that prevent cancer and understanding the mechanisms underlying their effects.

The role will involve establishing and developing a new area of immunoprevention research, within the Cancer Research Centre and Prevention Group. This appointment is part of a major commitment by the University to research into cancer and will have a key role in the new Personalised Cancer Prevention and Treatment Theme within our NIHR funded Biomedical Research Centre.

The successful candidate will also undertake teaching and administrative duties at undergraduate and postgraduate level in the College of Life Sciences, supporting modules and taught postgraduate courses in Cancer Molecular Pathology and Therapeutics and/or Clinical Sciences, depending on their expertise.

About you

We are looking for an established researcher with a high-quality publication profile in cancer immunology or more general immunology, with a strong interest in cancer and potentially fundable research ideas. The successful candidate will have experience of research in cancer prevention or willingness to apply their skills and expertise to this area of research.

The ideal candidate will have a collaborative attitude to research and willingness to work as part of a team, whilst also developing an independent research programme. They will also be an enthusiastic educator capable of inspiring interest, curiosity, and drive for learning in our students.

Vacancy terms

Full-time, or job share considered, Permanent

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