Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Immunity and Infection Biology
The University of Surrey is an international University with a world class teaching and research profile that is innovative, forward thinking and achieving notable results. Our research seeks to address global challenges, drive innovation, and deliver real-world impact. In the most recent UK Research Excellence Framework (REF2021), our research was ranked in the UK top 20 for research outputs and the National Student Survey (NSS) ranked Surrey 4th in 2023. The University offers excellent multidisciplinary facilities within which to advance your career. In the School of Veterinary Medicine, you will have the opportunity to work with a collaborative team of researchers conducting cutting-edge research in infectious diseases and experts from world class veterinary institutes as well as an established network of veterinary practices through our many collaborative partnerships.
We are seeking to appoint a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Immunology and Infection Biology to grow and sustain research in this field at the University of Surrey. Areas of particular interest include in vector borne zoonoses, drug-resistant infection, diseases impacted by environmental change, vaccinology and mycology. You will be expected to develop and lead an externally-funded programme of research in line with the Faculty of Health and Medical Science’s Infection and Immunity research theme strategy, driving new initiatives with potential for interdisciplinary research including collaborations with the School of Biosciences, the new School of Medicine, other University faculties and local partners such as the Pirbright Institute, Animal Plant and Health Agency, UK Health Security Agency and the Defence Science Technology Laboratory to attract and secure significant research funds.
About the role
Within the School of Veterinary Medicine, you will join the Section of Infection and Immunity within the Department of Comparative Biomedical Sciences. The Department is recognised for its expertise in viral, bacterial and parasitic diseases, One Health and ecology of zoonotic diseases and antimicrobial resistance. In the role you will:
- Establish and lead a sustainable research group generating high quality publications and demonstrable impact
- Secure significant research income to support the work of your research group
- Mentor postgraduate research students and postdoctoral fellows
- Initiate cross-disciplinary research collaborations allowing novel, multi-disciplinary insights into animal and human health and disease
- Make high quality, research-led contributions to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching within the School, including on the RCVS-accredited BVMSci veterinary degree course.
About you
Our Lecturers and Senior Lecturers play an important role in advancing research and innovation and influencing the future of the veterinary profession. As such, you will have:
- An established research profile in the field of immunology and infection biology, including an excellent and continuing publication record, and demonstration of impact
- A proven track record of external research grant income generation
- A proven commitment to delivery of inspiring, engaging learning and teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate level
- Experience of supervising PhD students as a principal supervisor.
What we can offer
The University of Surrey is a prestigious UK University set in a beautiful campus in Guildford, half an hour’s journey from the centre of London. In addition to a generous salary and relocation support where eligible, we offer a vibrant and forward-thinking working environment, childcare assistance, first-class sports and leisure facilities, and access to a variety of staff development opportunities to help you fulfil your potential.
Further Information
To apply please submit a CV and cover letter. You will also be asked to complete an application form to help us assess your suitability for the position.
Informal enquiries can be made to Dr Arnoud van Vliet, Section Lead, Infection and Immunity (a.vanvliet@surrey.ac.uk) or Dr Martha Betson, Head of Department, Comparative Biomedical Sciences (m.betson@surrey.ac.uk).
The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We value everyone in our community and are seeking to increase the diversity. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.
Induction Commitment
We wish to create the conditions for success for our new starters in the Vet School, by facilitating their growth and development within our institution. All new starters who are on a local/Guildford contract are expected to be physically present on campus for 80% minimum of their working week during their initial four to six months of employment (the duration will vary depending on individual role).
Job Details Department Comparative Biomedical Sciences Location Guildford Salary £46,485 to £67,757 per annum, dependent on level of appointment Post Type Full Time Closing Date 23.59 hours GMT on Monday 20 January 2025 Reference 060124
