Job Description

Reference:

OCT20253222

Expiry date: 17:58, Sun, 12th Oct 2025


Location: Liverpool


Salary: 39,906.00 - 46,049.00 Pro Rata


Benefits: 30 days annual leave(pro rata), plus bank holidays, plus Christmas closure days


Duration: Fixed-term appointment to 31st March 2027

Part-time (14 hours), Fixed-term appointment to 31^st March 2027

The Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) invites applications for the position ofPostdoctoral Research Associatewithin the Department of Tropical Disease Biology. This part-time role will support the department's expanding research portfolio in the areas of infectious diseases, antimicrobial chemotherapy, and antimicrobial resistance (AMR).


Under the supervision of Professor Adam Roberts

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the successful candidate will be responsible for contributing to and overseeing several research projects, with a particular focus on the microbiological aspects ofearly-stage antimicrobial drug discovery. Key duties will include the preparation and handling of large libraries of bacterial isolates for high-throughput antimicrobial screening and whole genome sequencing.


The postholder will also provide oversight and direction on projects aimed at characterising phenotypic and genotypic antimicrobial resistance across a range of bacterial species and environmental or clinical sources.


This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful research addressing global health challenges in antimicrobial resistance and infectious disease.

Key Accountabilities:

Design and implement a high throughput workflow to undertake microbiological screening of bacteria isolates for drug discovery purposes. Design and implement a high throughput workflow for bacterial genome sequencing. Oversee ongoing antimicrobial resistance projects.

Data analysis and communication

Integrate microbiological and bioinformatic data to allow prioritisation of bacterial isolates based on likely novelty of antimicrobial molecules. Analyse and interpret phenotypic and genotypic antimicrobial susceptibility data. Present research findings at internal meetings, conferences, and workshops to disseminate knowledge and foster collaboration. Engage with academic and industry partners to facilitate knowledge exchange and collaborative research endeavours. Prepare manuscripts, technical reports, and assist in the preparation of new funding proposals.

Mentorship and training

Mentor and train junior researchers, students, technicians, and lab visitors. Formally supervise PhD students. Foster a collaborative research environment to encourage skill development and innovation.

Safety and compliance

Maintain a safe and efficient laboratory environment, ensuring adherence to all institutional and regulatory safety protocols. Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with biosafety and chemical safety regulations.


The ideal candidate will demonstrate:



PhD in infectious disease microbiology Extensive postdoctoral Research experience Planning, coordination and implementation of research projects in infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) Detailed knowledge of microbiology within the antimicrobial resistance space, Teaching microbiology to undergraduate and postgraduate students. Management of international projects and consortia. A strong publication track record

(For a full list of essential and desirable criteria please refer to the job description and person specification)



Informal enquiries can be made to: Adam.Roberts@lstmed.ac.uk

Additional benefits of joining LSTM:

30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, plus Christmas closure days Generous occupational pension schemes Government backed "cycle to work" scheme. Affiliated, discounted staff membership to the University of Liverpool Sports Centre A range of additional family friendly policies

Application Process:

Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we may close our vacancies early. It is therefore advisable to apply as early as possible if you would like to be considered for a role.

Inclusion is central to our values at LSTM.

We seek to attract and recruit people who reflect the diversity across our communities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, nationality, faith or belief, social background, age and disability. LSTM selects candidates based on skills, qualifications, and experience.


We welcome conversations about flexible working; and applications from those returning to employment after a break from their careers.

About LSTM

Founded in 1898 and the oldest of its kind in the world, the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) is an internationally recognised centre of excellence for teaching and research in tropical diseases. Through the creation of effective links with governments, NGOs, private organisations and global institutions and by responding to the health needs of communities, LSTM aims to promote improved health, particularly for people of the less developed/resource poorest countries in the tropics and sub-tropics.

LSTM actively promotes Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding Policies