PhD Fellow, Lab Medicine, Biomakers Neurocardiovascular Ageing
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Key Responsibilities
Doctoral research design
- Develop a biomarker-focused PhD protocol aligned with LOSHAK priorities; define analyte panels and analytical strategy; secure ethics and regulatory approvals.
Laboratory & biospecimen workflows
- Design and implement biospecimen handling, storage, and assay pipelines for AD/ADRDs and CVD biomarkers; contribute to SOPs development and Quality Assurance (QA)
Data integration & analysis
- Link biomarker data with cognitive, clinical, and longitudinal survey data; apply appropriate statistical and epidemiological methods.
Scholarly outputs
- Produce thesis chapters; prepare manuscripts; disseminate findings to scientific and clinical audiences.
Platform & team engagement
- Contribute to LOSHAK laboratory and biobank development; engage with multidisciplinary teams (epidemiology, neurology, cardiology, data science)
Professional development
- Build expertise in biomarker science, neurocardiovascular ageing, and longitudinal analysis; complete relevant training
Required Qualifications
- Registered in a PhD Programme in Laboratory Medicine, Pathology, Biomedical Sciences, Epidemiology, or related field.
- Completed or nearing completion of PhD coursework and ready for the research phase.
- Strong grounding in laboratory methods and quantitative analysis (STATA, R, Python).
- Demonstrated interest in ageing, dementia, cardiovascular disease, or biomarker science.
- Ability to work independently and manage a multi-year research project.
- Excellent academic writing and communication skills.
Relevant Experience
- Experience with biomarker assays (e.g., immunoassays, proteomics, metabolomics).
- Familiarity with biobanking or biospecimen management.
- Exposure to population-based or clinical research.
- Interest in translational and policy-relevant ageing research in LMICs.
Personal Characteristics & Behaviours
- Demonstrates high scientific integrity and attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
- Strong communication skills and collaboration.
- Culturally sensitive and adaptable in diverse environments.
- Commitment to learning and Professional Development.