We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate (PDRA) to join the MIMIC programme: “An interconnected multi‑organ platform to recreate the complex pathophysiology of Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD)”, a major UKRI-funded, interdisciplinary research initiative involving leading academic, clinical, and industrial partners across the UK, Europe, and the USA. MASLD is a complex multisystem metabolic disease involving pathological cross‑talk between the liver, adipose tissue, gut, and immune system. The MIMIC programme aims to develop human, immunocompetent, patient‑derived multi‑organ models, using induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) and organ‑on‑chip technologies, to better understand disease mechanisms and accelerate therapeutic discovery.

This PDRA post focuses on the development and characterisation of iPSC‑derived adipose tissue models and their integration into multi‑tissue platforms.

The Role Role The successful candidate will play a central role in contributing to the generation of biomimetic, immunocompetent adipose tissue constructs derived from human iPSCs. Working closely with stem cell biologists, immunologists, and bioengineers across the MIMIC consortium, the PDRA will: Develop and optimise iPSC‑derived adipocyte differentiation protocols Generate 3D adipose tissue organoids incorporating stromal, endothelial, and immune cell populations

Perform in‑depth molecular, phenotypic and metabolic characterisation of adipose models

Investigate inflammatory and metabolic dysfunction relevant to MASLD

Contribute to multi‑organ integration, i.e.



adipose–liver–gut cross‑talk Support benchmarking of in‑vitro findings against clinical and patient‑derived data This role provides an exceptional opportunity to work at the cutting edge of human disease modelling, immunometabolism, and regenerative medicine within a large, well‑funded collaborative programme.

About You

You will hold a PhD/DPhil or equivalent a relevant discipline along with: Strong hands‑on experience of stem cell-derived models

Demonstrated expertise in adipose tissue biology and adipocyte differentiation

Experience with 3D cell culture, organoid systems, or co‑culture models

Solid grounding in molecular and cellular biology techniques Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a large interdisciplinary programme Informal enquiries are welcome and may be directed to: Jaswinder Sethi ([email protected]). Please note that applications sent only to this email address will not be accepted.

What We Offer An exciting post within a high‑profile UKRI‑funded research programme

Access to world‑class facilities and international collaborators

Robust mentorship and career development, including training and conference support

Opportunities for collaboration, secondments, and interdisciplinary skills development A generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days A vibrant, inclusive, and supportive research environment Email details to a friend Apply Online Further Details and Person Specification We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants who support our mission of inclusivity. Apply by 11.59 pm UK time on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on +44(0)2380 592750 or [email protected] quoting the job number.

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