Postdoctoral Research Associate – Cardiovascular & Genomics Research Institute
St George’s, University of London
London, United Kingdom
General Description
St George’s, University of London (City St George’s) seeks to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Associate on a fixed-term contract funded by the Rosetrees Trust and St George’s Hospital Charity. This full-time role (36-month appointment) is based at the Tooting Campus in London and is situated within the Lymphovascular Research group. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in advancing research on Primary Lymphoedema-associated EPHB4 receptor tyrosine kinase variants, with a focus on developing novel tools to understand downstream signalling cascades and their molecular and cellular consequences. The position combines rigorous scientific investigation with collaborative and interdisciplinary opportunities within the broader research community at St George’s. The School is committed to fostering equality, diversity and inclusion across its activities. Applicants from a broad range of backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Eligibility Criteria
PhD in cell biology, molecular biology or a closely related discipline.
Demonstrated research expertise relevant to biomedical sciences, including rare diseases or vascular/lymphovascular biology.
Postdoctoral experience is advantageous, particularly within lympho-vascular research or gene expression regulation.
A solid understanding of lymphatic system biology is highly desirable.
Required expertise/skills
Proven ability to undertake high-quality, independent research in molecular and cellular biology.
Strong analytical skills with experience in developing research tools and methodologies.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to support research dissemination.
Capacity to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary research team.
Salary details
The post offers a competitive salary in the range of £43,482 to £44,746 per annum (full-time).
Application Deadline
Applications must be submitted by 23.59 hours GMT on Sunday 22 March 2026.