To be a highly productive, ambitious and collaborative member of the Microbial Biochemistry and Pathogenesis research group led by Prof Miguel A. Valvano in the Centre for Experimental Medicine. This position will involve working in aMRC-Confidence-in-Concept research programme that seeks to develop a global anti-Burkholderia vaccine. The project will specifically focus on (i) to develop and test a genetically engineered vaccine antigen for use in humans and veterinary animals; (ii) to investigate additional infectious challenges with other Burkholderia to evaluate the most appropriate vaccine formulation and increase our understanding of cross-protection; and (iii) to map the nature of the immune response against the most effective vaccine form (e.g. T- vs. B-cell responses). The research will occur in a highly collaborative team including the participation of Dr. Rebecca Ingram and also involves national and international collaborators. The successful applicant will drive this cutting-edge research project and will be involved with supervision, planning,day-to-day lab management, collaborations and outreach. This 1-year post is suited to a highly ambitious individual with a PhD degree in molecular or cellular microbiology, protein biochemistry, immunology, or relevant scientific discipline with demonstrated experience in microbiology and immunology related research, and be committed to developing a dynamic, academic career in science.
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