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The Role
As an Application Specialist in Miltenyi’s Clinical Applications team, you will have the unique opportunity to apply your scientific expertise in a commercial environment. You will deliver in-field technical support, education, and application development You will
perform demonstrations of the complete clinical workflow and portfolio of products to support current and future customers.
Working closely with the Clinical Account Managers team you will develop and drive the sales of the clinical portfolio including consumables and capital equipment. You need to have had practical experience within the GMP environment. You will be
developing GMP compliant cell therapy processes in line with customer application needs. You will support the workflow within the clinical setting for the integration of the CliniMACS devices with the MACSQuant and MACSQuant Tyto. You will support
Quality control, trouble shooting and technical support.
You are a well-organised individual with strong communication skills and the ability to multi-task. You will develop our relationships with customers and key opinion leaders in academia, biotech, CRO/CMO and pharmaceutical companies. You will support Miltenyi Biotec at trade fairs, congresses and symposia. You will also monitor the activities of our competitors and their applications.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Holds MSc or PhD degree in Stem Cell Research, Haematology, cancer research or
• immunology
• Work Experience within the GMP Environment
• Confident presenting 1-to-1 or to large groups, and has excellent written and
• communication skills
• Experience of delivering training 1-to-1 or to small groups
• Self-motivated team player
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Works well alone or as part of a team
• Standard Sales techniques and methods with good business acumen
• Regular travel suits your lifestyle

The Role

As a Technical Support and Training Specialist in Miltenyi’s team, you will have the opportunity to provide scientific, technical and training support to Customers and Staff. The role will cover their research, cell analysis and clinical portfolio but with a particular
focus on immunology and cell biology. You will answer enquiries, primarily by email and by telephone. You will provide technical support, investigate and trouble-shoot, You will resolve complaints and you will collect and analyse data. You will also provide product and application training for Miltenyi Customers and Staff at their UK training facility. You will be expected to handle customer complaints in a professional and timely manner and to work with their sales, service, marketing and support teams to ensure customer satisfaction. You will be based at our UK office in Bisley, Surrey but may have occasional travel to UK customer sites, or to international training hubs within the Miltenyi business worldwide.

The Ideal Candidate

• PhD preferred (biology, biotechnology, medicine) or a comparable scientific
• education
• Experience in different biological fields such as cell biology, immunology,
• haematology, neurology, or stem cells
• Experience with flow cytometry, cell culture, functional assays, transfusion
• medicine or cell processing
• Ability to put customer satisfaction at the heart of everything you do
• Has excellent written and communication skills
• Good attention to detail and organisation
• Confidence in presenting and giving training
• Self-motivated team player
• Ability to perform under pressure
• Works well alone or as part of a team
• Fluency in English language is essential
• Position based in Bisley, Surrey UK. Candidate must live within commutable

University of Oxford are seeking a highly motivated, academically excellent and proactive Postdoctoral Researcher with a strong background in innate immunity to join the Genomics of Inflammation group of Professor Irina Udalova. You will be carrying out MRC-funded research in the impact of controlled modulation of neutrophil activity on the immunopathology of intestinal inflammation, within the established productive scientific collaboration with the Mucosal Immunology laboratory (led by Prof Fiona Powrie). You will be using unique in vitro tools and newly generated mouse strains, advanced immunological and imaging approaches and innovative single cell genomic technologies to study how inhibition of neutrophil activation may reduce the inflammatory burden suffered during inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) and specifically ulcerative colitis (UC). 
You will be based at the Kennedy Institute of Rheumatology, University of Oxford, which is a world-leading research centre where discovery research drives development of transformative therapies for chronic inflammatory and degenerative disease. You will benefit from intellectually stimulating vibrant international research environment and outstanding support facilities.
This is a full-time appointment fixed-term for 3 years.

University of Cambridge wish to recruit a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Scientist to join the laboratory of Dr Rahul Roychoudhuri within the Division of Immunology at the Department of Pathology, University of Cambridge.

T cells drive immune activation and promote clearance of infections and cancer. However, their function can provoke autoimmune and allergic inflammation. The immune system therefore employs a variety of suppressive mechanisms, collectively known as immunoregulatory mechanisms, to restrain excessive T cell activation and prevent autoimmune and allergic inflammation. However, such suppressive mechanisms also powerfully inhibit anti-tumour immunity to drive deleterious immunosuppression in cancer. Immunoregulatory mechanisms therefore function as 'brakes' within the immune system and have important consequences in infection, inflammation and cancer. The laboratory utilises mouse genetics, cellular immunology and molecular biology to understand molecular mechanisms of immunity, peripheral tolerance and immunosuppression.

This research aims to uncover novel molecular and cellular mechanisms underpinning immune regulation and cancer immunosuppression. You will contribute to fundamental discoveries in the field of immunoregulation that will pave the way for new therapies aimed at manipulating immune function in patients with autoimmunity and cancer.

The successful applicant will join a large, friendly and collaborative team of researchers with access to cutting-edge facilities and resources within the centre of Cambridge on the historic Tennis Court Road site. The applicant will gain exposure to cutting-edge experimental approaches in cellular and molecular immunology including conditional mouse genetics, in vivo genetic cell barcoding and fate-tracking, molecular biology and high throughput RNA- and DNA-sequencing. The applicant will also have the opportunity to utilise platforms for high-throughput CRISPR/Cas9-based mutagenesis screens recently developed in the laboratory. The applicant will benefit from the collaborative and collegial environment of the laboratory, the Department and the wider research community present in Cambridge. The project will also benefit from a collaboration with the groups of Prof Adrian Liston and Dr Tim Halim within Cambridge, bringing together leading scientific and technical expertise in cancer immunology/immunotherapy, immune regulation and inflammation biology.

The ideal candidate will be motivated, independent and enthusiastic, and have a PhD. or MD/PhD in immunology, cell biology, or a related field. Experience with flow cytometry, cell culture, and molecular biology techniques and a track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals are desirable. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team are desirable.

The University of Cambridge wishes to appoint a highly motivated Research Assistant to join
the group of Dr Rahul Roychoudhuri at the Department of Pathology and assist in the running of
a well-funded research lab of approximately 8-10 scientists.
This research aims to uncover novel molecular and cellular mechanisms underpinning immune
regulation and cancer immunosuppression. You will contribute to fundamental discoveries in the
field of immunoregulation that will pave the way for new therapies aimed at manipulating
immune function in patients with autoimmunity and cancer.

You will be expected to oversee and provide technical support to the laboratory, alongside the group leader, and will be responsible for its day-to-day running. You will be responsible for
overall management of the laboratory's animal research programme, which includes managing the laboratory's transgenic mouse colonies using a fully implemented electronic colony
management system, liaising with animal technicians, coordinating commercial genotyping of transgenic mice and directly assisting with in vivo experiments. You will closely interact with other researchers within and outside the lab and be involved in the design and implementation
of experiments and development of new techniques and research areas. You will also be involved in assisting the group leader with specific administrative and laboratory management
tasks and opportunities are available to develop in this role over the longer term.
Applicants must have a degree in Immunology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology or a related discipline and experience of mouse immunology, including working with experimental mice,
intravenous and intraperitoneal injection, tissue dissection and flow cytometry. Skills in molecular biology and cell biology are also desirable. You will join a young and dynamic group,
whose core values include enthusiasm, openness and integrity.

Key responsibilities:

• Be responsible for the day-to-day running of the laboratory, including managing the
• laboratory’s mouse colonies in communication with dedicated animal technicians. Assistance
• with design and implementation of mouse immunology experiments.
• Overseeing and providing technical and administrative support to the lab, alongside the group
• leader. Conducting experiments that lead to development of new techniques and research
• areas. Contributing to supervision and training of other lab members.
• Interacting closely with other researchers within and outside the lab and participating actively
• in development of research questions, experimental design and troubleshooting.

We’re looking for a full time Marketing & Communications Officer with a strong understanding and passion for science and for creating captivating communications.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with excellent communication and organisational skills who is looking for an exciting new challenge. If you’re an ambitious and self-driven communications professional eager to build your skills through high-profile projects in the charity sector, this is the job for you!

As an integral member of our team, you will deliver engaging communications to a range of audiences (including scientists, the media, policy makers and the public) through a variety of channels (including website, newsletters, social media and events) to drive the reach and influence of immunology and the Society’s work. This includes campaigns with a focus on membership engagement, promoting our events and generating content that is informed and shaped by our immunology community.

If you feel that you have the required skills for this role, please carefully review the job description before sending a CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to hr@immunology.org by midnight (BST), Tuesday 4 April 2023. Interviews will be held on Wednesday 12 April 2023.
 

This is a 3 year research project supported by an MRC Project Grant entitled: ‘Investigating the memory CD4 T cell compartments that emerge from intestinal infection: do location and plasticity determine immune protection?’
The proposed research builds upon our recent investigations manipulating key transcription factors in type 3 immunity as well as our studies of intestinal T cell responses. The fundamental aim of this study is to pinpoint what memory populations emerge during intestinal Th17 responses and how this is controlled. 
We are looking for an enthused, committed and driven researcher with experience of studying mucosal immune responses in vivo. PhD students with appropriate skills and currently writing up are encouraged to apply.

For more information and/or informal discussions regarding the post, please contact Professor David Withers at d.withers@bham.ac.uk.

The role:
Nexus BioQuest are looking for a collaborative, enthusiastic Principal Scientist to join our growing company. You will have some experience of confocal imaging and image analysis, use of a high content imaging system would be a plus. You will manage a small team running diverse client projects, and be involved at all stages from inception and planning, running experiments and reporting and presenting data to clients.
The role will involve some laboratory work so problem solving skills at the bench and a passion for mentoring, training and providing scientific guidance to more junior staff is a must. You should be a good communicator and keen to work in a team environment to bring projects to completion. Experience of line management is required for this role. There, will be a significant opportunity for you to grow both your management and scientific skill set and knowledge within the immunology space.

Who you are:
You should have a passion for working in immunology in the drug development industry. You should be interested in not just the science but also managing and developing people, as you will be managing a small team of dynamic and talented scientists and senior scientists. The role is suited to someone who enjoys diversity and working on varied projects and is able to work to fixed timelines. You should be able to demonstrate that you have previously provided line management. You should have a very strong fundamental knowledge of the immune system and hold an MSc or PhD which involved study of some aspect of the immune system. Ideally you will have 6 years or more post-doctoral or equivalent industry experience. You should be rigorous in your approach to data handling, analysis and presentation.
You should have experience in confocal imaging and image analysis, experience of high content imaging would be a plus.
Significant practical experience in one of more of the following areas is also required:
•    Cell culture of primary immune cells and cell lines
•    Flow cytometry
•    Imaging and image analysis
•    qPCR/molecular biology
•    Cytokine analysis (multiplexing or ELISpot)
If you are passionate about the immune system and how it can be targeted to provide therapeutic solutions, love diversity of research, enjoy communicating and enjoy working in a collaborative and innovative environment please apply to join our team by sending your CV to: team@nexusbioquest.com

The role:
Nexus BioQuest are looking for a collaborative, enthusiastic Senior Scientist to join our growing company. You will work within a small team to run diverse client projects, and be involved at all stages from inception and planning, running experiments and reporting and presenting data to clients. A significant part of the role will be laboratory work so problem solving skills and a passion for being at the bench and analysing data is a must. You should be a good communicator and keen to work in a team environment to bring projects to completion. The role will involve providing mentorship to more junior scientists and give you the opportunity to acquire management skills. There, will be a significant opportunity for you to grow your skill set and knowledge within the immunology space.
Who you are:
You should have a passion for working in immunology in the drug development industry. The role is suited to someone who enjoys diversity and working on varied projects. You should have a very strong fundamental knowledge of the immune system and hold an MSc or PhD which involved study of some aspect of the immune system. Ideally you will have 3years or more post-doctoral or equivalent industry experience. You should be rigorous in your approach to data handling, analysis and presentation. Significant practical experience in one of more of the following areas is required:
•    Cell culture of primary immune cells and cell lines
•    Flow cytometry
•    Imaging and image analysis
•    qPCR/molecular biology
•    Cytokine analysis (multiplexing)
If you are passionate about the immune system and how it can be targeted to provide therapeutic solutions, love diversity of research, enjoy communicating and enjoy working in a collaborative and innovative environment please apply to join our team by sending your CV to: team@nexusbioquest.com

The role:
Nexus BioQuest are looking for a collaborative, enthusiastic scientist to join our growing company. You will work within a small team to run diverse client projects, and be involved at all stages from planning, running experiments and reporting. A significant part of the role will be laboratory work, so problem solving skills and a passion for being at the bench and analysing data is a must. You should be a good communicator and keen to work in a team environment to bring projects to completion.
There, will be a significant opportunity for you to grow your skill set and knowledge within the immunology space working within an inclusive small team environment.
Who you are:
You should have a passion for working in immunology in the drug development industry. The role is suited to someone who enjoys diversity and working on varied projects. You should have a strong fundamental knowledge of the immune system and hold an MSc which involved study of some aspect of the immune system. The role could also be suited to a talented BSc student who’s degree focused on immunology and who has some experience working in a laboratory environment. You should be rigorous in your approach to data handling, analysis and presentation. Practical experience in one or more of the following areas is required:
•    Cell culture of primary immune cells and cell lines
•    Flow cytometry
•    Imaging and image analysis
•    qPCR/molecular biology
•    Cytokine analysis (multiplexing)
If you are passionate about the immune system and how it can be targeted to provide therapeutic solutions, love diversity of research, enjoy communicating and enjoy working in a collaborative and innovative environment please apply to join our team by sending your CV to: team@nexusbioquest.com

The BSI internship scheme offers three-month internships to graduates interested in exploring the career possibilities available within learned societies. The internship will allow you to learn more about the activities that the Society undertakes, with a particular focus on our public engagement work.  This internship scheme is open to candidates who are BBSRC-funded PhD students looking to undertake a ‘Professional Internship for PhD students (PIPS)’ as part of their Doctoral Training Programme within the life sciences. 

We are looking for graduates with good organisational skills who are willing to undertake a range of diverse tasks. During the three months of the internship you will be engaged in primarily helping the British Society for Immunology to drive forward our public engagement work, particularly around vaccines.  The exact project undertaken during the internship will depend on the individual candidate but will involve working with the BSI team to:

• Carry out a public engagement project with the help of staff, on a topic to be decided. This will require being able to translate complex immunology to be easily understood by a public audience.  The output of this project will be disseminated, as appropriate, to the public and BSI members, as well as leading partners and external organisations.
• Assist with additional activities that contribute to the overall running of the BSI. This could include activities such as supporting our in-house journal teams with their commissioning and marketing work, contributing to the BSI's wider communications and partnership work.

Professor Sarosh Irani (currently at Oxford University) has been recruited to the Mayo Clinic, Florida and is looking for pre- and post-doctoral immunologists to help develop his translational neuroimmunology research program. 
The overall aim of the work is to characterise multicompartmental autoantigen-reactive T and B cells in neuroimmunological diseases of the central nervous system, building on their recent findings. 

Researchers with skillsets including basic and advanced flow cytometry / cell sorting, lymphocyte cultures and molecular biology including experience with scRNA-seq and PCRs are invited to share their CVs and a statement of interest.
Another 5 members of the current laboratory team will join him in Mayo, so there are plenty of opportunities to learn about and develop their current neuroimmunology platforms. In addition, there will be several junior researchers to mentor and involvement in grant writing is very welcomed.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-funded research group at Mayo Clinic, a centre that very much values its staff. An added bonus is that weekends could be spent in the beautiful beach resort of Jacksonville and the surrounding natural habitats.
If you’d like more information, please contact Sarosh directly: sarosh.irani@ndcn.ox.ac.uk

About the study

Imperial College London are trying to understand why some people make a full recovery after COVID-19 while others go on to develop long-term symptoms. To do this, they are looking for volunteers to help them do research into the immune response following infection.

This is part of the Long Covid research programme funded by the National Institute of Health Research (NIHR).

Eligibility
They are looking for people in any of these groups:

• Never had COVID-19 but have received COVID-19 vaccine doses
• Had COVID-19 and made a full recovery within 4 weeks (and may have since received vaccine doses)
• Had COVID-19 and have since suffered from the long-term symptoms described as Long Covid. These may include fatigue, ‘brain fog’, exhaustion when walking, breathlessness, chest pain and other persistent symptoms

How the study works
They will email you a short questionnaire and ask you to return it to them for analysis. They will then invite people showing specific sets of symptoms to pay a visit to the Hammersmith Hospital Campus where they will take a small blood test (about the size of an egg cup of blood). This will be taken to their lab for analysis of immunity to the virus and other features of immune function, including autoimmunity and immune cell subsets. They may invite you for a repeat test around 4 months later. They may also ask you to donate a stool sample, allowing them to look for any evidence of persistent virus.

How to participate
If you might be interested in taking part please contact the investigator, Professor Danny Altmann: altmannlongcovidstudy@imperial.ac.uk.

The Francis Crick Institute is breaking down barriers between basic and clinical research by supporting collaboration and the sharing of ideas, bringing more clinical expertise to the Crick and offering truly interdisciplinary training to scientists and clinicians.

Together with their partners, this helps them achieve their aim of creating the scientific leaders of the future and accelerates the movement of research ideas out of the lab and into clinical practice.

To ensure that ther clinicians can maintain links to clinical training and receive clinical mentorship, clinical fellows may be associated with external partners. 

This could be with one of their partner universities (University College London, Imperial College London and King's College London), with other universities, or with NIHR biomedical research centres and Cancer Research UK (CRUK) centres.

They're also part of the CRUK City of London Centre, which offers multidisciplinary cancer-based doctoral clinical fellowships as part of its training programme. 

Eligibility

• They are looking for talented and motivated postdoctoral clinical fellows who are passionate about research and show outstanding potential for continuing a career in academic medicine.
• Applicants should have completed a medical degree, or equivalent clinical professional qualification, and hold, or be about to hold, a research PhD.
• Applications are welcome from all medical and surgical specialties.