FACULTY OF MEDICINE, IMPERIAL COLLEGE LONDON
IMPERIAL COLLEGE HEALTHCARE NHS TRUST
Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Medicine
Non-Clinical Lecturer In Molecular Microbiology
1. THE POST
Applications are invited for a Non-Clinical Lecturer post in the Microbiology Section within
the Division of Infectious Diseases of the Department of Medicine. We are particularly
interested in receiving applications from candidates with research interests in one of the
following areas:
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Persistence, antibiotic resistance and biology of an important nosocomial bacterial
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An important bacterial disease of the developing world
Host innate immunity and tolerance to bacteria
Structural biology of bacterial virulence factors
The appointee will be based at South Kensington, within the Microbiology Section, the
Centre for Molecular Microbiology and Infection, and the Division of Infectious Diseases.
2. IMPERIAL COLLEGE LONDON
Details of Imperial College London are attached at Appendix 1.
3. DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINE
The Department of Medicine (Head, Professor Gavin Screaton) was formed by combining
and restructuring the former Divisions of Medicine, Investigative Science and
Neuroscience Mental Health at the beginning of the academic year 2009/2010. The
structure of the Department, including details of Heads of Sections/Divisions can be seen
below (3.2). The new Department came in to being on 1 January 2010 and makes up 40%
of the Faculty of Medicine.
For more information about the Department and its work, please visit the website
http://www1.imperial.ac.uk/medicine/about/divisions/departmentofmedicine/.
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4. DIVISION OF INFECTIOUS DISEASES
The Division of Infectious Disease is headed by Professor Charles Bangham and is subdivided into six sections: Immunology, Infectious Diseases, Infectious Diseases and
Immunity, Microbiology, Paediatrics and Virology. There is a broad spectrum of research,
“from the bench to the bedside”, with a particular emphasis on the application of modern
scientific techniques to questions relevant to understanding the pathogenesis of disease
and developing new approaches to treatment.
The Division is responsible for teaching a substantial part of the undergraduate and clinical
curriculum to medical students. It also has an extensive programme of postgraduate
teaching, comprising taught courses, short courses and supervised higher degree
students. The successful applicant will be expected to participate fully in the teaching
activities of the Division.
Within the Division there are currently 353 members of staff and over 100 research
students, based on five campuses. A number of the Sections are based on more than one
campus. The Division has around 380 research grants with a total value of around £60m,
giving an annual turnover of around £24m in 2009/10.
5. MICROBIOLOGY SECTION
5.1 Bacterial Research and the CMMI
The Microbiology Section, chaired by Professor David Holden FRS, has 7 independent
research groups (led by Holden, Tang, Young, Robertson, Pelicic, Bignell, Wigneshweraraj
and Gründling) within the larger Centre for Molecular Microbiology and Infection (CMMI).
The groups are well-funded by MRC, BBSRC and Wellcome Trust Programme and Project
grants, and support from other charities and industrial collaborations. Research is focused
on mechanisms underlying important bacterial infections such as tuberculosis, meningitis,
typhoid fever, staphylococcal diseases and pneumonia. The CMMI represents the largest
concentration of scientists working on bacterial pathogens in the UK, and provides an
excellent training environment for undergraduates, Masters and PhD students, and postdoctoral research fellows.
6. THE POST - KEY RESULT AREAS, MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Job Title
Non-Clinical Lecturer In Molecular Microbiology
Section
Microbiology
Division
Infectious Diseases
Department
Department of Medicine
Job Family/Level
Research and Education, Level C
Salary Range
£42,500 - £47,450 per annum
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Reporting to
Professor David Holden
Working Hours
Full-time, not normally less than 35 hours per week
Location
Flowers Building, South Kensington campus
Purpose of Role
To carry out research programmes in Bacterial Infection Biology or Immunology, undertake
project management and/or supervise multi-disciplinary teams. In addition, the Lecturer
will be expected to submit publications to refereed journals and to attract external research
funding.
Main Duties
6.1 Research
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To conduct a research programme in an area of bacterial infection biology or
immunology, which is compatible with the academic mission of the Section
To submit research publications to refereed journals on a regular basis, aiming to
submit 3 publications per annum with an impact factor of 3 or above once research
group is established
To submit grant applications and be awarded sufficient grants to be cost-neutral to the
institution once research group is established
To contribute to the Research profile and development of the Section through other
activities
To take initiatives in the planning and leading of research
To manage research projects, supervising and taking responsibility for the research
team
To present findings at national and international conferences
To develop contacts and research collaborations within the College and the wider
community
To promote the reputation of the Group, the Section and the College
6.2 Teaching
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Teaching students at undergraduate level: this will be a selection of lecturing,
academic tutoring, laboratory demonstrating, classwork demonstrating and personal
tutoring (teaching duties will not be heavy in the first two years to allow the research
group to become properly established)
To assist in the administrative duties involved in teaching including examining and the
development of learning and teaching in general
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Undertake MSc teaching or Research and PhD postgraduate student supervision and
teaching as appropriate
To contribute to the assurance and enhancement of the quality of teaching and
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learning and research within the Section, in line with College standards
6.3 Administration/Management
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To undertake appropriate administration tasks in support of the Section’s teaching and
research activities
To attend relevant academic or management committees
To be responsible for managing and developing those staff for whom the lecturer is
responsible
To comply with the College's Equal Opportunities policy, Health and Safety and other
College and departmental policies
Other analogous duties commensurate with the grade of the post
ACCOUNTABILITY
Overall accountability for the research and teaching components of the post will be to the
Head of Division of Infectious Diseases, Imperial College.
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OFFICE/ADMINISTRATIVE FACILITIES
The post holder will have office facilities and access to administrative support at the South
Kensington Campus.
Job descriptions cannot be exhaustive and so the post holder may be required to
undertake other duties, which are broadly in line with the above key responsibilities.
The post holder is expected to observe and comply with all College policies and
regulations, for example Health and Safety, Data Protection etc.
Imperial College is committed to equality of opportunity and to eliminating
discrimination. All employees are expected to adhere to the principles set out in
our Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy, Promoting Race Equality Policy and
Disability Policy and all other relevant guidance/practice frameworks.
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PERSON SPECIFICATION
Qualifications
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PhD
A good honours degree
Knowledge/Experience
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Knowledge of an appropriate area of bacterial pathogenesis or cellular immunology to
bacteria
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Knowledge of research methods and statistical procedures
Track record of publishing in international peer-reviewed journals
Track record of designing research projects and attracting research funding
Teaching experience via lectures, classes and project supervision
Experience of teaching undergraduate students
Evidence of contribution to the development and performance of colleagues or
students through coaching and mentoring.
Skills and Abilities
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Excellent teaching skills
Ability to communicate well, conveying ideas and concepts clearly and effectively in
speech and in writing.
High level of analytical and innovative scientific capability
Ability to plan and direct research programmes of national standing
Ability to plan and submit innovative, interdisciplinary research proposals
Ability to attract funds for major research initiatives
Ability to present their subject in a motivating manner
Good time management skills
Management skills necessary for undertaking project and staff responsibilities
Ability to direct the work of a small research team and motivate others to produce a
high standard of work
Personal Attributes
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Willingness to work as part of a team and to be open-minded and cooperative
Flexible attitude towards work
Discipline and regard for confidentiality and security at all times
Willingness to undertake any necessary training for the role
Willingness to travel both within the United Kingdom and abroad to conduct research
and attend conferences
APPLICATIONS
It is the responsibility of the Section/Division to arrange for shortlisted candidates to visit
the College and, in many instances for senior academic appointments, Heads of
Sections/Divisions will wish for candidates to give a research seminar prior to the formal
College interview.
Applicants should note that it may be necessary to disclose personal data and sensitive
personal data between relevant organizations during the recruitment and selection
process; for example, between the College and a particular NHS Trust in order to
determine seniority and their starting salary.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted as soon as possible after the closing date.
Thank you for your interest in the post. We look forward to receiving your application
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Application, quoting reference number HM2011024 is via the iRecruitment portal.
Curriculum vitae should include the following information:
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Applicant’s full name, private address and private telephone number
A confidential fax number and e-mail address, where possible
Degrees (including University and dates)
Past and present posts
List of publications
Brief description of future research plans
Names, addresses and, email, fax numbers, of three referees
Closing Date: 11 May 2011
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APPENDIX 1
1.
IMPERIAL COLLEGE LONDON
Imperial College London is a science-based institution with a reputation for excellence in
teaching and research. Sir Keith O’Nions, became the 145th Rector of Imperial College
London on 1 January 2010. The Chairman of the Court and Council is Lord Kerr of
Kinlochard.
2.1
The Mission
Imperial College embodies and delivers world class scholarship, education and research in
science, engineering and medicine, with particular regard to their application in industry,
commerce and healthcare. We foster interdisciplinary working internally and collaborate
widely externally.
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Strategic Intent
To remain amongst the top tier of scientific, engineering and medical research and
teaching institutions in the world
To develop our range of academic activities to meet the changing needs of society,
industry and healthcare
To continue to attract and develop the most able students and staff worldwide
To establish our Business School as one of the leading such institutions in the world
To communicate widely the significance of science in general, and the purpose and
ultimate benefits of our activities in particular
Formation and History
Imperial College was established in 1907 in London’s scientific and cultural heartland in
South Kensington, as a merger of the Royal College of Science, the City and Guilds
College and the Royal School of Mines. St Mary’s Hospital Medical School and the
National Heart and Lung Institute merged with the College in 1988 and 1995 respectively
and Charing Cross and Westminster Medical School and the Royal Postgraduate Medical
School merged on 1 August 1997, thereby creating the Faculty of Medicine. The Kennedy
Institute of Rheumatology became a Division of the Faculty of Medicine in 2000. In
addition to the Faculty of Medicine there are the Faculties of Engineering, Natural
Sciences, and Medicine and the Tanaka Business School.
In July 2007 the Queen granted a new royal charter which declared Imperial College an
independent university in its own right, awarding its own degrees. Until then Imperial was
an independent constituent part of the University of London, awarding University of
London degrees.
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Staff and Students
The academic and research staff of 3,184 includes 66 Fellows of the Royal Society, 74
Fellows of the Royal Academy of Engineering, 76 Fellows of the Academy of Medical
Sciences, one Fellow of the British Academy, four Crafoord Prize winners and two Fields
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Medalists. Fourteen Nobel Laureates have been members of the College either as staff or
students.
The College has over 13,019 students, of whom 34 percent are postgraduate. Twenty nine
percent of students come from outside the European Union. External assessment of the
College’s teaching quality in many different subject areas has been judged to be of high
standard. The proportion of women students has increased to 36 percent of the total.
2.5
Research
The quality of the College’s research has been judged consistently to be of the highest
international standard and the proportion of income from research grants and contracts is
one of the highest of any UK university.
The concentration of research in science, engineering and medicine gives the College a
unique and internationally distinctive research presence. Interdisciplinary working is
fostered at the College through its institutes and centres, which include the Institute of
Biomedical Engineering, the Grantham Institute for Climate Change and the Energy
Futures lab. Their strength lies in the expertise drawn together from across Imperial to
tackle some of the world’s greatest problems.
Imperial’s enterprise culture ensures that discoveries in the lab are quickly translated to
the market place. The technology transfer company Imperial Innovations draws upon a
pipeline of technology emanating from Imperial’s research. In 2006-07 the company had
equity holdings in 74 companies. The College made 366 invention disclosures to the
company during the same period.
2.6
Teaching and Learning
The College’s overall educational aim is to ensure a stretching and exhilarating learning
experience. While maintaining its traditional emphasis on single honours degree courses,
Imperial also aims to give students the opportunity to broaden their experience through
courses relevant to student and employer needs.
All Departments visited by the Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE) for
assessment of their teaching have scored between 21 and 24 points (out of 24) or in the
previous system, have been judged excellent
The Graduate School of Life Sciences and Medicine is the focus of postgraduate
education and research in these areas. It maintains, enhances and monitors quality, and
disseminates best practice, whilst initiating and developing new programmes, particularly
those with an interdisciplinary slant.
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Location
The College now has one of the largest operational estates of any UK University. It
includes seven central London campuses: the main South Kensington Campus, Charing
Cross Campus, Chelsea and Westminster Campus, the Hammersmith Campus, the
Northwick Park Campus, the Royal Brompton Campus and St Mary’s campus; there is
also a campus outside London: the Silwood Park Campus.
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3.
THE FACULTY OF MEDICINE
The Faculty of Medicine is one of Europe’s largest medical institutions - in terms of its staff
and student population and its research income. It was established in 1997, bringing
together all the major West London medical schools into one world-class institution. It
maintains close links with a number of NHS Trusts with whom it collaborates in teaching
and research activities.
Although on several sites, its academic divisions function as one Faculty, fully integrated
within the College. The current Principal, Professor Stephen Smith, took up his
appointment in August 2004 and was also appointed Chief Executive Officer of Imperial
College Healthcare NHS Trust in October 2007.
There are six academic Schools, Institutes and Departments:
Schools, Institutes and Departments
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Head of School/Institute/Department
Department of Medicine
Department of Surgery and Cancer
Institute for Clinical Sciences
Kennedy Institute of Rheumatology
National Heart and Lung Institute
School of Public Health
Professor Gavin Screaton
Professor Jeremy Nicholson
Professor Amanda Fisher
Professor Marc Feldmann
Professor Michael Schneider
Professor Elio Riboli
Faculty Centre
Principal
Deputy Principal
Professor Stephen Smith
Professor Sir Anthony
Newman Taylor
Director of Research & Development
Professor Jonathan Weber
Director of Education
Professor Jenny Higham
Director of the Graduate School of Life Sciences & Medicine Professor Andrew George
and the School of Professional Development
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APPENDIX 2
1.
IMPERIAL COLLEGE HEALTHCARE NHS TRUST
On 1 October 2007, the UK’s first Academic Healthcare Science Centre (AHSC) was
established in North West London when Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust was
created by merging the Hammersmith Hospitals NHS Trust (Hammersmith, Queen
Charlotte’s and Charing Cross Hospitals) and St Mary’s NHS Trust (St Mary’s Hospital),
and integrating with Imperial College London. The Trust is now the largest in the country
with an annual turnover of over £780 million, approximately 10,000 staff, and it sees over
500,000 patients a year.
The creation of the AHSC is a major advance for patient care, clinical teaching and
scientific invention and innovation. The fusion of the different strands of our work and the
achievements that can now be realised will lead to significant benefits for patients and
greater advances in healthcare than could be delivered apart.
Collectively the three organisations already have a world-leading reputation.
Hammersmith and St Mary’s Trusts have two of the highest clinical ratings in the country,
rated second and third best Trusts for clinical performance, quality of care and safety.
The Mission of the AHSC is to lead the world in improving human health and to be
universally recognised as one of the world's top academic health sciences centres. It will
achieve this by providing world-class healthcare for our patients through excellence in
research, education and training.
Lord Christopher Tugendhat is the chair of the new organisation and Professor Stephen
Smith is the Chief Executive/Principal.
Chairman
CEO/Principal
Managing Director
Medical Director
Director of Research
Director of Education
Lord Christopher Tugendhat
Professor Stephen Smith
Claire Perry
Professor David Taube
Professor Jonathan Weber
Professor Charles Pusey
The Trust was awarded the status of a generic Biomedical Research Centre by the
National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) in 2006 for its excellence in translational and
clinical research – one of only 5 in the UK.
Imperial College London has a campus on all main sites and is increasingly integrated with
all the clinical specialties. The Clinical Sciences Centre of the Medical Research Council
(MRC) is also based at Hammersmith Hospital providing a strong foundation for clinical
and scientific research.
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The clinical services of the Trust are organised into 7 Clinical Programme Groups (CPGs)
which are clinician led and have the autonomy to organise themselves into optimum
vehicles for the delivery of world class, integrated research and healthcare.
Clinical Programme Group
Director
Medicine
Surgery and Cancer
Specialist Services 1
Specialist Services 2
Women’s and Children
Investigative Services
Public Health
Dr Gill Gaskin
Mr Justin Vale
Professor James van Dellen
Professor Nick Cheshire
Mr Keith Edmonds
Professor Martin Wilkins
Professor Elio Riboli
Each CPG will have a Director of Research (usually a Head of Division) and Director of
Education, who will work with the CPG Director to ensure that opportunities for
translational research and postgraduate education for all staff are maximised.
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APPENDIX 3
SALARY AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
A full set of terms and conditions will be given to the successful candidate, together with
the College’s most important policies which affect staff. The principal terms and conditions
are as follows:
Academic appointments are conditional on medical clearance by the College Occupational
Health Service that the candidate is fit for the employment.
All appointments at Senior Lecturer level have a probationary period of 6 months.
Salary is payable on the 24th day of each month (the exception being December) by
transfer to a bank or building society account. Deductions in respect of income tax and
National Insurance contributions will be made from salary at the statutory rates.
Staff on a fixed term contract receive notice of the ending of their employment within that
contract. No further contractual notice will be given unless the contract is to terminate
prior to the end date specified in the offer of employment. In these circumstances the
notice from the College would be as above.
The occupational pension scheme is the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS).
Staff who are already members of the Federated Superannuation System for Universities
(FSSU) or the National Health Service Superannuation Scheme (NHSPS) may, if they are
still eligible, retain their membership in these schemes.
As stated in the Core Terms and Conditions of Service, the normal retirement date is 30
September following the 65th birthday or on 30 September if the birthday is that day.
Academic staff normally take annual leave during College vacations and by arrangement
with the Head of Department/Division in the light of academic and departmental/divisional
requirements. Annual leave entitlement is 39 days for full time staff (pro rata entitlement
for part time staff). This is inclusive of 8 days for Public holidays and a total of six days
each year when the College is closed over Easter and Christmas.
In some years, because of the day of the week on which Christmas Day falls, a decision
may be made to increase the College closure to seven days. In these circumstances the
annual leave entitlement will be increased to 40 days for full-time staff (again pro-rata for
part-time staff).
Most staff will not be required to attend work on College Closure days or Public holidays,
where staff are required to work on these days then their leave may be taken at a later
date under normal Holiday Leave provisions.
Unless stated otherwise in the offer of employment, or agreed by the Head of
Department/Division, the appointment may be terminated by either side by giving a
minimum of three months’ notice in writing. The last day of service should fall on one of
the following dates: 31 December; 31 March; 30 June or 30 September or at the end of a
term by agreement with the Head of Department/Division.
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