Research Associate at Spagnoli lab: We’re seeking highly motivated individuals to join the Spagnoli lab at King’s College London for a postdoctoral position. This role involves interdisciplinary research in pancreas development and islet cell engineering from stem cells, contributing to a T1D Grand Challenge-funded program.
Job Title: Research Associate
Designation: Research Associate
Research Area: Pancreas Development and Stem Cell Biology
Location: Guy’s Campus, King’s College London, UK
Eligibility/Qualification: PhD in Biological Sciences or related discipline, with expertise in cell culture, developmental and cell biology, and imaging analysis.
Job Description:
We have postdoctoral Research Associate positions available in the Spagnoli lab in the Centre for Gene Therapy and Regenerative Medicine at King’s College London. Our team uses interdisciplinary approaches for studying pancreas development and islet cell engineering from stem cells. The candidates will be part of a T1D Grand Challenge-funded research programme aiming at harnessing the islet microenvironment in all its complexity for stem cell therapy of diabetes.
This is an exciting interdisciplinary research programme that will require expertise in stem cell culture, human tissue, bioengineering, computational analytical methods and islet transplantation. Applicants should have a recent Ph.D. degree or have submitted his/her Ph.D. thesis. We wish to appoint highly motivated individuals: one PDRA with background in development and stem cell biology and one PDRA with background in stem cell biology and animal model transplantation.
The Spagnoli lab is coordinating the multi-partner, interdisciplinary consortium and will be primarily responsible for developing innovative approaches to closely mimic key features of the native in vivo islet microenvironment using stem cells. The candidates will be leading these efforts and help in developing this ambitious research program.
The Spagnoli lab is a highly dynamic, inclusive team, doing exciting science and member of the outstanding Centre for Gene Therapy & Regenerative Medicine at King’s College London, UK. This is a world-class research environment with all facilities essential for this ambitious research programme.
The posts will be offered on a fixed-term contract for 36 months.
This role is a Lab based role with candidates to be based 100% on campus.
This is a full-time post – 100% full time equivalent.
Key Responsibilities:
- Undertake original biomedical research on pancreatic development and stem cells
- Develop novel bioengineering approaches for studying cell-cell interactions in stem cell-based human models
- Utilize computational analysis for single-cell RNASeq datasets
- Conduct transplantation experiments of stem cell-derived islets in diabetic mouse models
- Assist, supervise, and train other members of the group
- Manage project progress and set goals for achievement of project aims
- Prepare reports for presentations and publications
- Facilitate collaboration and networking within the research community
- Maintain accurate laboratory notes
Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:
Essential Criteria
- PhD (awarded or near completion) in Biological Sciences or related discipline
- Expertise in cell culture and imaging analysis
- Knowledge of developmental and cell biology
- Basic experience in single-cell RNASeq analysis
- Track record of publishing in the research area
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Self-motivated and able to work under pressure
- Experience in supervising and integrating with others in the laboratory
Desirable Criteria
- Experience in pancreas development and islet biology
- Strong computing skills and expertise in bioengineering
- Further Information
How to Apply:
Please submit a copy of your CV, including a list of publications and contact information for two or more references, along with a supporting statement detailing previous and future research interests and how you meet the essential criteria listed in the advert.
Last Date for Apply: 20 May 2024
