Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine
The Faculty’s mission is to deliver world leading education and research in the biomedical and health sciences
About King’s College London
Kings has over 40,000 students from over 150 countries studying in person and online, and has over 12,000 employees. King’s academics are spread across 9 Faculties, based on 5 campuses in central and South East London. Together the King’s community delivers a comprehensive portfolio of outstanding and impactful research and education in close collaboration with our King’s Health Partners along with other universities and partners across the globe. We are ranked 31st in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026) and 36th in the world (Times Higher Education World Rankings 2025). King's College London offers an intellectually stimulating environment in which to work, where staff are dedicated to the advancement of knowledge and learning in the service of society. We are a multi-Faculty institution, providing high-quality education, research and innovation across the humanities, sciences, medicine, law, dentistry, and social sciences. King’s vision is to make the world a better place through world-leading education, research and service to society. King’s provides world-class education which enables students to become rounded critical thinkers, set up for success and with the character and wisdom to strive for social change. Through enquiry-driven research, King's delivers transformative insights and solutions that have the power to advance and accelerate global progress. King’s comprises nine faculties, each with an academic leader and professional services lead: Executive Dean of Faculty and Director of Operations. Professional Services are provided in every Faculty as well as centrally to deliver support services for students and staff.
Our Faculties:
• Faculty of Arts & Humanities • Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences • Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine • Faculty of Natural, Mathematical & Engineering Sciences • Faculty of Social Science & Public Policy • Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery & Palliative Care • Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience • The Dickson Poon School of Law • King's Business School • The Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine
Appointment details
Reports to: Professor Richard Russell
Salary
Competitive
Terms
Full time 40 hours per week
Closing date for applications:
12 January 2026 23:59
Vacancy ID
131447
Role purpose
The School of Immunology & Microbial Sciences (SIMS) is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic academic immunobiologist who will maintain and develop the reputation that King’s has in fundamental cellular immunology. The appointee will undertake and support high quality research and education in the School, drive and obtain large scale grant funding, recruit excellent fellowship candidates and help us strategically inform future immunological research and education at King’s. The postholder will establish a world-leading programme in fundamental experimental cellular immunology, with potential to translate their research into clinical aspects of human immunology, collaborating with applied researchers across the School and wider Faculty, where priorities include advanced therapies, population health, and ageing. We are particularly interested in key questions in fundamental lymphocyte biology from the singe cell level up to the whole organisms in health and disease. This appointment will uphold and strengthen King’s reputation in experimental and translational immunobiology and support the School and College strategies to deliver world-class research, education and innovation in the immune system in health and disease. With the appointee’s laboratory based on the Guy’s Hospital/London Bridge campus, there are excellent opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaborations across Immunology, Infection, Dermatology, Rheumatology, Life Course Sciences, and Cancer, as well as testing basic immunology hypotheses in clinical trials with the Centre for Translational Medicine. It is expected and required that the appointee will make a significant contribution to research-led education at both postgraduate (PG) and undergraduate (UG) levels, bringing leading expertise in the field of experimental and/or translational immunology into the classroom, offering students a basic science and/or translational perspective that bridges research and clinical practice. This is a fantastic opportunity to influence the shape of experimental immunology research at King’s and beyond.
Key responsibilities
• Develop and grow a comprehensive and internationally leading research programme in Immunobiology that is aligned with the vision and strategy of the School of Immunology and Microbial Sciences and augments ongoing research programmes within the School. • Contribute to, lead, oversee, and facilitate the development of multi-disciplinary research grants, drawing from expertise across King’s. • Provide strategic input and support to senior colleagues. • Contribute to driving and ensuring a positive and inclusive research culture. • Develop and deliver academic training and education across relevant Faculty undergraduate and postgraduate programmes (including MBBS, Biomedical Science and PGT programmes). • Provision of laboratory based research projects to both MSc and BSc students is expected. There will be opportunity to co-lead either a PG or UG taught module. The above list of responsibilities may not be exhaustive, and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks and responsibilities as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post.
School of Immunology & Microbial Sciences
We educate the next generation of scientists, researchers and clinicians
Guy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Putting patients at the heart of what we do
The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate evidence of the following skills, qualities, and experience: (*How identified and assessed – AP = application, I = interview )
Post title: Professor of Immunobiology
Essential Criteria
• PhD qualification in immunology or related subject area. (AP) • A proven track record in innovative lymphocyte biology research that complements and strategically aligns with existing immunology research in the School. (AP) & (I) • Significant evidence of leadership, innovation and collaboration in immunology with evidence of excellence and impact. (AP) & (I) • Evidence of sustained research/grant income to maintain research activity of a substantial research group dedicated to immunology. (AP) & (I) • Significant and sustained leadership contributions to immunological research papers that have the highest value and influence in the field, as evidenced by a wide range of metrics, indicators and/or impact. (AP) & (I) • A track record of high-profile contributions to international research conferences, participation in or chairing of scientific organisation committees or receiving awards. (AP) & (I) • Education qualification and proven experience of immunology teaching to UG, medical, PGT/PGR students. (AP) & (I) • Successful supervision as primary supervisor of PhDs or MDRes or other research supervision with an excellent track record of attracting trainees or research fellows and supporting them to degree completion and in their future careers. (AP) & (I) • Demonstrable leadership, organisational, communication, professional and personal skills to make decisions with regard to people management, conflicting priorities, and meeting deadlines. (AP) & (I) • Excellent personal and interpersonal skills with the ability and confidence to communicate effectively orally and in writing with a variety of audiences and in a range of contexts. (I)
Desirable Criteria
• Evidence of successfully applying for large international consortium bids. (AP) • Evidence of leading large (inter)national collaborative research and/or training programmes. (AP) • (Senior) Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy. (AP)
Post title: Reader in Immunobiology
Essential Criteria
• PhD qualification in immunology or related subject area. (AP) • A proven track record in innovative lymphocyte biology research that complements and strategically aligns with existing immunology research in the School. (AP) & (I) • Evidence of leadership, innovation and collaboration in immunology with evidence of excellence and impact. (AP) & (I) • Evidence of sufficient research/grant income to maintain research activity of a relevant research group dedicated to immunology. (AP) & (I) • Significant and sustained leadership contributions to immunological research papers that have the highest value and influence in the field, as evidenced by a wide range of metrics, indicators and/or impact. (AP) & (I) • Evidence of contributions to international research conferences, participation in or chairing of scientific organisation committees or receiving awards. (AP) & (I) • Education Qualification and proven experience of immunology teaching to UG, medical, PGT/PGR students. (AP) & (I) • Successful supervision as primary supervisor of PhDs or MDRes or other research supervision with evidence of attracting trainees and supporting them to degree completion. (AP) & (I) • Evidence of leadership, organisational, communication, professional and personal skills to make decisions with regard to people management, conflicting priorities, and meeting deadlines. (AP) & (I) • Excellent personal and interpersonal skills with the ability and confidence to communicate effectively orally and in writing with a variety of audiences and in a range of contexts. (I)
Desirable Criteria
• Ability to attract and successfully train clinical fellows and/or trainees in your field. (I) • Evidence of active participation in large (inter)national consortia or training programmes. (AP) • (Senior) Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy. (AP)
Additional information
The post holder will be required to undergo any Occupational Health Clearances.
About King's
Background information about King's
Research & Impact
Our research focuses on understanding the immune system, and how it functions in times of health and disease
King’s Health Partners
We improve health and care services by translating early scientific research, discoveries, and ideas to benefit patients
The Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine
The Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine (FoLSM) is one of the largest and most successful centres for research and education in the UK with extensive international and local partnerships that encourage innovative and progressive collaboration. Research is core to what we do and how we educate. In the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF2021) submission, 93 per cent of research overall was deemed either ‘world leading’ (4*) or ‘internationally excellent’ (3*). We are strategically aligned to King's Health Partners, bringing together academics and clinicians who are committed to ensuring efficient translation and adoption of research innovation into clinical practice. The Faculty’s mission is to deliver world leading education and research in the biomedical and health sciences. Our international reputation is well established: King’s is positioned 12th globally in the ‘Medical and Health’ subject table by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025. The QS World University Rankings 2025 by Faculty position us 11th for Life Sciences and Medicine.
The School of Immunology & Microbial Sciences
The School of Immunology & Microbial Sciences at King’s conducts research, education and training in the related areas of Immunology, Inflammation and Infectious Diseases – with the collective goal of improving human health and wellbeing. Our research focuses on understanding the immune system, and how it functions in times of health and disease. Our clinical and discovery scientists collaborate widely to work on an inspiring breadth of subjects employing methodologies that span atomic level dissection of molecular and cell function, through to the development of innovative new therapies and clinical trials. This multi-disciplinary approach enables us to investigate cutting-edge questions in areas of biology and medicine such as asthma, allergy, cancer, diabetes, arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, organ rejection, vaccination, and a range of bacterial and viral infections including HIV and SARS-CoV-2 virus. Our academic programmes of research-inspired teaching and clinical practice are embedded across our four departments: • Department of Infectious Diseases • Department of Inflammation Biology • Peter Gorer Department of Immunology • The Roger Williams Institute of Liver Studies
Peter Gorer Department of Immunobiology
The Department’s research ranges from basic studies of the molecules and processes that underpin the development and function of immune cells, to novel ways of improving immune function in humans. The Department is named after Peter Gorer, a graduate and alumni of King’s, whose discovery of murine H-2 antigens lies at the heart of cellular immunology and provided a basis for understanding the immune response to infections, tumours, and transplanted organs, as well as in autoimmune diseases. Our research aims to understand the interplay between protective immunological mechanisms and the infections and tumours that challenge human health and to identify the factors underlying organ transplant rejection and develop effective interventional strategies for allergies, respiratory and autoimmune diseases.
Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine
The Faculty’s mission is to deliver world leading education and research in the biomedical and health sciences
School of Immunology & Microbial Sciences
We educate the next generation of scientists, researchers and clinicians
Peter Gorer Department of Immunobiology
Our research aims to understand the interplay between protective immunological mechanisms and the infections
Please quote the vacancy id: 131447 in all correspondence.
Closing date for applications: 12 January 2026 23:59
Interview date: 02 February 2026
Second interview date: 04 March 2026
Application process
To apply for this post you will need to register on the King’s College London job opportunities page and submit the application form, along with the following: • a concise statement setting out your reasons for applying for the post and highlighting the particular skills and experience which you feel you would bring to the role (two pages maximum) • a curriculum vitae
Contact the team
For an informal discussion or to find out more about the role please contact the King’s Search Team.
Selection process
Prior to the second (final) interviews, as part of stakeholder engagement shortlisted candidates will be invited to present a research seminar to the Faculty members. These will take place in February.
Our expectations
There are a number of duties and responsibilities that we ask all employees to be familiar with and adhere to. We ask that the successful candidate: • Positively contributes to an environment at King’s that truly represents Our Principles in Action and where every individual feels safe, secure and supported. • Always complies with the requirements of health and safety regulations to ensure their own wellbeing and that of their colleagues. • Has an understanding of sustainability, including its impact on the University and the work we do, and engages in sustainable practices in the workplace. • Ensures they are working in a safe environment, where they comply with our Health and Safety regulations and ensure confidentiality, only releasing confidential information obtained during the course of employment to those acting in an official capacity. • Complies with King’s protocols on the appropriate use of telephone, email and internet facilities.
Jobs at King's
Current vacancies and career opportunities
Vision 2029
King's Vision builds upon our history of service to society and takes us to our 200th anniversary in 2029
Our Principles in Action
Our inclusive and welcoming community embraces a culture with a deep respect for individual differences and collaboration
Role purpose
The School of Immunology & Microbial Sciences (SIMS) is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic academic immunobiologist who will maintain and develop the reputation that King’s has in fundamental cellular immunology. The appointee will undertake and support high quality research and education in the School, drive and obtain large scale grant funding, recruit excellent fellowship candidates and help us strategically inform future immunological research and education at King’s. The postholder will establish a world-leading programme in fundamental experimental cellular immunology, with potential to translate their research into clinical aspects of human immunology, collaborating with applied researchers across the School and wider Faculty, where priorities include advanced therapies, population health, and ageing. We are particularly interested in key questions in fundamental lymphocyte biology from the singe cell level up to the whole organisms in health and disease. This appointment will uphold and strengthen King’s reputation in experimental and translational immunobiology and support the School and College strategies to deliver world-class research, education and innovation in the immune system in health and disease. With the appointee’s laboratory based on the Guy’s Hospital/London Bridge campus, there are excellent opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaborations across Immunology, Infection, Dermatology, Rheumatology, Life Course Sciences, and Cancer, as well as testing basic immunology hypotheses in clinical trials with the Centre for Translational Medicine. It is expected and required that the appointee will make a significant contribution to research-led education at both postgraduate (PG) and undergraduate (UG) levels, bringing leading expertise in the field of experimental and/or translational immunology into the classroom, offering students a basic science and/or translational perspective that bridges research and clinical practice. This is a fantastic opportunity to influence the shape of experimental immunology research at King’s and beyond.
Key responsibilities
• Develop and grow a comprehensive and internationally leading research programme in Immunobiology that is aligned with the vision and strategy of the School of Immunology and Microbial Sciences and augments ongoing research programmes within the School. • Contribute to, lead, oversee, and facilitate the development of multi-disciplinary research grants, drawing from expertise across King’s. • Provide strategic input and support to senior colleagues. • Contribute to driving and ensuring a positive and inclusive research culture. • Develop and deliver academic training and education across relevant Faculty undergraduate and postgraduate programmes (including MBBS, Biomedical Science and PGT programmes). • Provision of laboratory based research projects to both MSc and BSc students is expected. There will be opportunity to co-lead either a PG or UG taught module. The above list of responsibilities may not be exhaustive, and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks and responsibilities as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post.
Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine
The Faculty’s mission is to deliver world leading education and research in the biomedical and health sciences
School of Immunology & Microbial Sciences
We educate the next generation of scientists, researchers and clinicians
Guy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Putting patients at the heart of what we do
The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate evidence of the following skills, qualities, and experience: (*How identified and assessed – AP = application, I = interview )
Post title: Professor of Immunobiology
Essential Criteria
• PhD qualification in immunology or related subject area. (AP) • A proven track record in innovative lymphocyte biology research that complements and strategically aligns with existing immunology research in the School. (AP) & (I) • Significant evidence of leadership, innovation and collaboration in immunology with evidence of excellence and impact. (AP) & (I) • Evidence of sustained research/grant income to maintain research activity of a substantial research group dedicated to immunology. (AP) & (I) • Significant and sustained leadership contributions to immunological research papers that have the highest value and influence in the field, as evidenced by a wide range of metrics, indicators and/or impact. (AP) & (I) • A track record of high-profile contributions to international research conferences, participation in or chairing of scientific organisation committees or receiving awards. (AP) & (I) • Education qualification and proven experience of immunology teaching to UG, medical, PGT/PGR students. (AP) & (I) • Successful supervision as primary supervisor of PhDs or MDRes or other research supervision with an excellent track record of attracting trainees or research fellows and supporting them to degree completion and in their future careers. (AP) & (I) • Demonstrable leadership, organisational, communication, professional and personal skills to make decisions with regard to people management, conflicting priorities, and meeting deadlines. (AP) & (I) • Excellent personal and interpersonal skills with the ability and confidence to communicate effectively orally and in writing with a variety of audiences and in a range of contexts. (I)
Desirable Criteria
• Evidence of successfully applying for large international consortium bids. (AP) • Evidence of leading large (inter)national collaborative research and/or training programmes. (AP) • (Senior) Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy. (AP)
Post title: Reader in Immunobiology
Essential Criteria
• PhD qualification in immunology or related subject area. (AP) • A proven track record in innovative lymphocyte biology research that complements and strategically aligns with existing immunology research in the School. (AP) & (I) • Evidence of leadership, innovation and collaboration in immunology with evidence of excellence and impact. (AP) & (I) • Evidence of sufficient research/grant income to maintain research activity of a relevant research group dedicated to immunology. (AP) & (I) • Significant and sustained leadership contributions to immunological research papers that have the highest value and influence in the field, as evidenced by a wide range of metrics, indicators and/or impact. (AP) & (I) • Evidence of contributions to international research conferences, participation in or chairing of scientific organisation committees or receiving awards. (AP) & (I) • Education Qualification and proven experience of immunology teaching to UG, medical, PGT/PGR students. (AP) & (I) • Successful supervision as primary supervisor of PhDs or MDRes or other research supervision with evidence of attracting trainees and supporting them to degree completion. (AP) & (I) • Evidence of leadership, organisational, communication, professional and personal skills to make decisions with regard to people management, conflicting priorities, and meeting deadlines. (AP) & (I) • Excellent personal and interpersonal skills with the ability and confidence to communicate effectively orally and in writing with a variety of audiences and in a range of contexts. (I)
Desirable Criteria
• Ability to attract and successfully train clinical fellows and/or trainees in your field. (I) • Evidence of active participation in large (inter)national consortia or training programmes. (AP) • (Senior) Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy. (AP)
Additional information
The post holder will be required to undergo any Occupational Health Clearances.
About King's
Background information about King's
Research & Impact
Our research focuses on understanding the immune system, and how it functions in times of health and disease
King’s Health Partners
We improve health and care services by translating early scientific research, discoveries, and ideas to benefit patients
The Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine
The Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine (FoLSM) is one of the largest and most successful centres for research and education in the UK with extensive international and local partnerships that encourage innovative and progressive collaboration. Research is core to what we do and how we educate. In the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF2021) submission, 93 per cent of research overall was deemed either ‘world leading’ (4*) or ‘internationally excellent’ (3*). We are strategically aligned to King's Health Partners, bringing together academics and clinicians who are committed to ensuring efficient translation and adoption of research innovation into clinical practice. The Faculty’s mission is to deliver world leading education and research in the biomedical and health sciences. Our international reputation is well established: King’s is positioned 12th globally in the ‘Medical and Health’ subject table by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025. The QS World University Rankings 2025 by Faculty position us 11th for Life Sciences and Medicine.
The School of Immunology & Microbial Sciences
The School of Immunology & Microbial Sciences at King’s conducts research, education and training in the related areas of Immunology, Inflammation and Infectious Diseases – with the collective goal of improving human health and wellbeing. Our research focuses on understanding the immune system, and how it functions in times of health and disease. Our clinical and discovery scientists collaborate widely to work on an inspiring breadth of subjects employing methodologies that span atomic level dissection of molecular and cell function, through to the development of innovative new therapies and clinical trials. This multi-disciplinary approach enables us to investigate cutting-edge questions in areas of biology and medicine such as asthma, allergy, cancer, diabetes, arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, organ rejection, vaccination, and a range of bacterial and viral infections including HIV and SARS-CoV-2 virus. Our academic programmes of research-inspired teaching and clinical practice are embedded across our four departments: • Department of Infectious Diseases • Department of Inflammation Biology • Peter Gorer Department of Immunology • The Roger Williams Institute of Liver Studies
Peter Gorer Department of Immunobiology
The Department’s research ranges from basic studies of the molecules and processes that underpin the development and function of immune cells, to novel ways of improving immune function in humans. The Department is named after Peter Gorer, a graduate and alumni of King’s, whose discovery of murine H-2 antigens lies at the heart of cellular immunology and provided a basis for understanding the immune response to infections, tumours, and transplanted organs, as well as in autoimmune diseases. Our research aims to understand the interplay between protective immunological mechanisms and the infections and tumours that challenge human health and to identify the factors underlying organ transplant rejection and develop effective interventional strategies for allergies, respiratory and autoimmune diseases.
Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine
The Faculty’s mission is to deliver world leading education and research in the biomedical and health sciences
School of Immunology & Microbial Sciences
We educate the next generation of scientists, researchers and clinicians
Peter Gorer Department of Immunobiology
Our research aims to understand the interplay between protective immunological mechanisms and the infections
Please quote the vacancy id: 131447 in all correspondence.
Closing date for applications: 12 January 2026 23:59
Interview date: 02 February 2026
Second interview date: 04 March 2026
Application process
To apply for this post you will need to register on the King’s College London job opportunities page and submit the application form, along with the following: • a concise statement setting out your reasons for applying for the post and highlighting the particular skills and experience which you feel you would bring to the role (two pages maximum) • a curriculum vitae
Contact the team
For an informal discussion or to find out more about the role please contact the King’s Search Team.
Selection process
Prior to the second (final) interviews, as part of stakeholder engagement shortlisted candidates will be invited to present a research seminar to the Faculty members. These will take place in February.
Our expectations
There are a number of duties and responsibilities that we ask all employees to be familiar with and adhere to. We ask that the successful candidate: • Positively contributes to an environment at King’s that truly represents Our Principles in Action and where every individual feels safe, secure and supported. • Always complies with the requirements of health and safety regulations to ensure their own wellbeing and that of their colleagues. • Has an understanding of sustainability, including its impact on the University and the work we do, and engages in sustainable practices in the workplace. • Ensures they are working in a safe environment, where they comply with our Health and Safety regulations and ensure confidentiality, only releasing confidential information obtained during the course of employment to those acting in an official capacity. • Complies with King’s protocols on the appropriate use of telephone, email and internet facilities.
Jobs at King's
Current vacancies and career opportunities
Vision 2029
King's Vision builds upon our history of service to society and takes us to our 200th anniversary in 2029
Our Principles in Action
Our inclusive and welcoming community embraces a culture with a deep respect for individual differences and collaboration