About The Role

University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham UK

Full time starting salary is normally in the range £33,002 to £35,608 with potential progression once in post to £39,906

Grade: 6

Full Time, Fixed Term contract up to August 2029
Closing date: 14 th September 2026

Background

To assist in research (by carrying out data collection or analyses) to create knowledge through providing research support for projects and research groups. The candidate will work within an internationally renowned type 1 diabetes immunology group and will manage and maintain murine breeding colonies and lead in performing murine immunology studies.

Role Summary

To manage Non-obese diabetic mouse breeding and genotyping of murine colonies
To perform in vivo T cell and splenocyte adoptive cell transfers (intravenous injections)
To perform other in vivo injections (intraperitoneal, subcutaneous)
To perform direct ex vivo/in vitro T cell/regulatory T cell/B cell assays
To perform multi-parameter flow cytometric experiments and analysis
To further develop and implement bioinformatic approaches in data analysis
Work within specified research grants and/or projects and develop their own or joint research including research funding proposals
To conduct translational research within the Diabetes Research group and contribute to the overall research performance of the School and University by the production of measurable outputs including bidding for funding, publishing in national academic journals and conferences, and the recruitment and supervision of postgraduate research students
Operate within area of specialism- autoimmunity, type 1 diabetes
Contribute to publications

Main Duties

Management of murine colonies (genotyping, diabetes screening)
Collect research data; this may be through a variety of research methods, such as scientific experimentation (flow cytometry, in vitro/ex vivo/in vivo assays) literature reviews, and research interviews
Analyse research data as directed utilising up-to-date and novel bioinformatic approaches
Present research outputs, including drafting academic publications or parts thereof, for example at seminars and as posters
Develop or adapt techniques, models and methods based on research needs
Provide guidance as required to support staff and any students who may be assisting with research
Manage problems that may affect the achievement of research objectives and deadlines
Carry out administrative tasks related directly to the delivery of the research
Promotes equality and values diversity acting as a role model and fostering an inclusive working culture
Prepare regular weekly updates to the Diabetes Research group on progress
To abide by home office rules and regulations in working with, or storing, samples for analysis
To aid and teach PhD, MSc and BSc students in their research activities

Person Specification

Degree or equivalent in relevant subject are
Practical experience of applying the relevant skills and techniques:
Current home office personal licence
Mouse tissue harvesting/experimentation (in vivo injections)
Flow cytometric analyses
In vitro/ex vivo T cell/regulatory T cell/B cell assays
Development and implementation of bioinformatic analysis pipelines
An established expertise and proven portfolio of research and/or relevant industrial experience within one of the follow areas: autoimmunity, T cell/regulatory T cell/B cell immunology
Desirable - Proven ability to apply for, or successfully obtain, research funding
Ability to analyse information and communicate effectively
Ability to access and organise resources successfully
Knowledge of the protected characteristics of the Equality Act 2010, and how to actively ensure in day to day activity in own area that those with protected characteristics are treated equally and fairly
Prepare scientific reports and lead on manuscript write up for publication

Further particulars can be found here

Informal enquiries to Lisa Powell, email: [email hidden]

Use of AI in applications: We want to understand your genuine interest in the role and for the written elements of your application to accurately reflect your own communication style. Applications that rely too heavily on AI tools can appear generic and lack the detail we need to assess your skills and experience. Such applications will unlikely be progressed to interview.

We believe there is no such thing as a 'typical' member of University of Birmingham staff and that diversity in its many forms is a strength that underpins the exchange of ideas, innovation and debate at the heart of University life. We are committed to proactively addressing the barriers experienced by some groups in our community and are proud to hold Athena SWAN, Race Equality Charter and Disability Confident accreditations. We have an Equality Diversity and Inclusion Centre that focuses on continuously improving the University as a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. We are also committed to sustainability, which is a key part of our strategy. You can find out more about our work to create a fairer university for everyone on our website .