Job Description

Job number

MED05412

Faculties

Faculty of Medicine

Departments

National Heart & Lung Institute

Salary or Salary range

49,017 - 55,144 per annum

Location/campus

Hammersmith Campus - On site only

Contract type work pattern

Full time - Fixed term

Posting End Date

6 Oct 2025

About the role

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Postdoctoral research associate leading both cell culture and patient-data based analysis to identify new therapies for PH patients.

What you would be doing

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You will design and run experiments in primary cells and analyse transcriptomic datasets in these cells and from patients. You would work with an experienced team to test new drugs you identify for pre-clinical efficacy.

What we are looking for

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A motivated researcher who wants to combine both wet and dry lab work with the potential to impact on patients with pulmonary hypertension. Ability to drive project and work in a wider team. Hold a PhD in cardiovascular biology or a closely related discipline, or equivalent

research, industrial or commercial experience

Candidates who have not yet been officially awarded their PhD will be appointed as a Research Assistant within the salary range 43,863 - 47,223 per annum

What we can offer you

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Opportunity to lead your own project with clear translational impact Combining both wet lab and dry lab work with training in both Collaboration with multiple groups including the largest pulmonary hypertension research team in the UK The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity. Grow your career: gain access to Imperial's sector-leading dedicated career support for researchers as well as opportunities for promotion and progression. Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days off a year and generous pension schemes). Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further information

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This is a full-time post on a fixed-term contract for three years based at our Hammersmith Campus.



If you require any further details about the role, please contact: Dr Chris Rhodes - crhodes@imperial.ac.uk.

Available documents

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Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.

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