Research Associate in Thermally Stable Vaccine Formulations using Ionic Liquids

The is seeking a Research Associate to undertake work on novel vaccine formulations for existing and novel vaccine production processes.

You will carry out research in experimental design, RNA stabilisation and nanocarrier formulations for new vaccine manufacturing systems based on lipids, polymers and ionic liquids. You will be responsible for project management and/or to supervise multi-disciplinary teams. In addition, you will be submit publications to refereed journals and proposals to attract external research funding.

You will design, synthesize and test novel carriers to enhance the stability and delivery of RNA agents for vaccine applications.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

You should hold a PhD (or equivalent) in the field of Medicine, Pharmaceuticals, or related to vaccine technologies or drug delivery. You will have knowledge of vaccines and formulation strategies as well as synthetic chemistry.

You will be able to perform experiments in cell culture, wet chemistry lab and all accompanying analytical biology and chemistry techniques, produce clear written reports and presentations and have the ability to collect and manipulate data.

*Candidates who have not yet been officially awarded their PhD will be appointed as Research Assistant within the salary range £43,0003 – £46,297 per annum.

This role is part of a wider Future Vaccine Manufacturing Research Hub, led by Imperial’s Faculty of Medicine and involving several UK universities, international companies, and partner institutions in multiple countries worldwide.

The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity.