Job Description

Job number

MED05364

Faculties

Faculty of Medicine

Departments

Department of Metabolism, Digestion and Reproduction

Salary or Salary range

48,056 - 49,895 per annum

Location/campus

Hammersmith Campus - On site only

Contract type work pattern

Full time - Fixed term

Posting End Date

18 Aug 2025

About the role

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A postdoctoral research and research assistant opportunity is available in the Rashid laboratory, focusing on the investigation of human cell biology using engineered pluripotent stem cell-derived organoids. We invite applications from driven scientists to contribute to our cutting-edge, translational programme.



Situated at the Hammersmith Campus, the successful candidate will join a collaborative research team leveraging state of the art stem cell engineering, biomaterials, animal models and human tissue in the context of cell therapy and disease modelling.The postholder will leverage insights gained into cell biology to probe cell maturation, regeneration, advance mechanistic understanding of diseases and develop novel therapeutics. The work of the lab is funded by the MRC, NIHR and select charities.

What you would be doing

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You will be instrumental in:


Investigating transcriptional networks driving development and maturation Testing different 3D biomaterials, scaffolds and bioreactors Generation of cutting-edge cell therapies to cure diseases Investigation of different diseases using multiple disease modelling formats (2D iPSC, organoids, organ-on-chip, ex vivo tissue perfusion) Reporting findings to research sponsors, presenting at conferences, and publishing in peer-reviewed journals. Providing guidance to staff and students involved in the project.

What we are looking for

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You should have:


At Research Associate level, a PhD in a relevant biomedical discipline Proven experience in multiple research environments Knowledge of cell biology Experience in cell culture and cell-based assays Skillset in dealing with high-dimensional datasets related to cell biology Experience of leading and managing a research project Ability to demonstrate a deep knowledge of own research background and to effectively communicate research achievements to a specialist and to a lay audience

What we can offer you

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


Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year) Grow your career: gain access to Imperial's sector-leading dedicated career support for researchers as well as opportunities for promotion and progression. 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 fulltime, fixed term based at Hammersmith Campus.



Candidates who have not yet been officially awarded their PhD will be appointed as Research Assistant.



To learn more about Rashid research group, please visit the following link:



https://www.imperial.ac.uk/metabolism-digestion-reproduction/research/digestive-diseases/hepatology-gastroenterology/liver-regeneration-group/


If you require any further details on the role, please contact:


Adam Syanda - a.syanda@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.

We reserve the right to close the advert prior to the closing date stated should we receive a high volume of applications. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.



If you encounter any technical issues while applying online, please don't hesitate to email us at support.jobs@imperial.ac.uk. We're here to help.


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About Imperial

Welcome to Imperial, a global top ten university where scientific imagination leads to world-changing impact.



Join us and be part of something bigger. From global health to climate change, AI to business leadership, here at Imperial we navigate some of the world's toughest challenges. Whatever your role, your contribution will have a lasting impact.



As a member of our vibrant community of 22,000 students and 8,000 staff, you'll collaborate with passionate minds across nine London campuses and a global network.



This is your chance to help shape the future. We hope you'll join us at Imperial College London.


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Our Culture

We work towards equality of opportunity, to eliminating discrimination, and to creating an inclusive working environment for all. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. You can read more about our commitment on our webpages.



Our values are at the root of everything we do and everyone in our community is expected to demonstrate respect, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and innovation.