Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Transplant Immunology

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Transplant Immunology
Newcastle University
Newcastle, United Kingdom
GBP 48,337 - 68,817 per year
The Role
We are looking for an ambitious non-clinical immunologist with an interest in solid organ transplantation to join the internationally recognised transplant research group at Newcastle University. We see this as a key role to provide scientific insights into the transplant injury and to develop new therapies that ultimately lead to improved organ utilisation and patient outcomes. The successful candidate will develop their own research programme whilst also collaborating on new and existing projects with the 9 existing senior investigators in the group. The post is initially for up to 5 years (based on the level of appointment) with the potential for permanent core funding if the applicant is successful in generating a research portfolio including external funding and publications in leading journals. Additional support will be available for the successful applicant on taking up the post (details on application).
Key Accountabilities
Research and Innovation
Lecturer
Plan, organise and carry out a programme of cutting edge research in transplant immunology and associated research areas that results in the generation of new knowledge, insight and innovation
Lead the development and submission of research proposals to external funding bodies to generate substantial funding to allow research activity
Contribute to collaborative funding proposals from the broader transplant and immunology research groups
Contribute to the publication of high quality research work in internationally recognised academic journals
Disseminate research findings through presentations at national and international conferences
Attract and supervise PhD students to ensure their successful completion
Contribute to the wider internal and external transplant immunology research community through research leadership roles
Contribute to internal and external interdisciplinary collaborations to maximise the benefits for the School/Institute, Faculty and University
Participate in the commercialisation of intellectual property and know-how arising from research and academic practice
In addition for a Senior Lecturer
Consistently publish high quality research work in internationally recognised academic journals
Initiate and contribute to internal and external interdisciplinary collaborations to maximise the benefits for the School/Institute, Faculty and University
Lead in the commercialisation of intellectual property and know-how arising from research and academic practice
Teaching and Learning
Contribute to the design and delivery of high quality teaching and learning material, resources and activities to students in line with the Institute and Faculty teaching objectives
Set, mark and assess coursework and examinations, providing effective feedback to students
Supervise undergraduate and taught postgraduate students’ research projects
Evaluate own practice and undertake continuing professional development in teaching
Engagement
Participate in organised programmes of outreach, patient and public engagement particularly those activities relevant to transplantation
Promote the University’s values and support widening access to our programmes and facilities to people who have historically had little involvement in universities
Contribute to the wider work of the School/Institute, Faculty and University through input to project teams, working groups and committees
Administration and Management
Undertake administrative tasks to support own area of research and collaboration with internal and external transplant and immunology research groups
To provide line-management of more junior colleagues
Contribute to the wider work of the School/Institute, Faculty and University through input to project teams, working groups and committees
The Person
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Lecturer
High level of understanding of medical research with specific expertise in immunology research
Evidence of publication in peered reviewed journals
Evidence of a significant contribution to the preparation and submission of research proposals
Experience of designing and supervising laboratory and allied research projects for undergraduate and postgraduate students, including PhD supervision
Experience of working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to successfully develop and deliver on research projects
Experience of delivering research-led teaching
In addition for Senior Lecturer
A strong and substantial (relative to career length) track record of publication in leading peer reviewed journals
Experience in preparing, submitting and leading research proposals and securing research funding
Evidence of providing an outstanding educational experience, rooted in strong disciplinary knowledge that engages, challenges, and inspires our students
Attributes and Behaviour
Demonstrates academic integrity and professionalism consistent with University values
Strong vision for developing transplant and immunology research within the Institute and University
Collaborative and collegiate, with the ability to build effective relationships and maintain a positive research culture
Proactive and self-directed, with the ability to take initiative, drive activity and deliver on commitments/deadlines
Confident and clear communicator
Empathetic to the needs of staff and of a diverse student body
Willingness and ability to engage in leadership roles within the Institute
Qualifications
A PhD and/or equivalent research experience in a discipline relevant to transplant immunology
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Deadline 17 November
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