Postdoctoral Research Assistant Oxford, England
University of Oxford
Full Time
Oxford, England
34308 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description
Applications are invited for a talented and motivated individual to join an interdisciplinary team on an exciting collaborative project funded by the Wellcome Trust. This project focusses on developing and validating vaccine antigens to prevent infection by the sexually transmitted bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae.
Neisseria gonorrhoeae is a leading cause of sexually transmitted infections worldwide, responsible for >100 million cases annually. The emergence of antimicrobial resistance has made combatting this bacterium a priority for the WHO and CDC. In this project, we exploit global collections of whole genome sequences, employing the latest analytical tools to: i) define the gonococcal population structure, ii) assess conservation of vaccine candidates, and, iii) explore patterns of variation by superimposing these on atomic structures to pinpoint immunogenic epitopes.
Candidates should be highly motivated individuals experienced in bacterial cell culture and molecular microbiology techniques. Experience in using bioinformatic tools and the analysis of whole genome sequence data would be an advantage. Responsibilities will include: i) the management of own research and administrative activities, within guidelines provided; ii) general microbiology activities including bacterial cell culture, DNA extraction and QC, antibiotic susceptibility testing; iii) genome sequence analyses; and, iv) the development and establishment of bioinformatics protocols and techniques. You will be expected to analyse and share research findings in meetings with colleagues and to contribute to scientific reports and journal articles.
You should hold (or be close to completion of) a PhD/DPhil in a related subject. Candidates who do not hold a PhD/DPhil but who have a good first degree and masters are encouraged to apply stating ambitions for further study.
This is a full-time position for till 30 September 2024, with a starting date for as soon as possible.
Informal enquiries are welcome and can be made to Odile Harrison ([email protected]).
The University of Oxford is committed to equality and valuing diversity. All applicants will be judged on merit, according to the selection criteria.
The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Monday 13th February, interviews are likely to be scheduled for late February.
Neisseria gonorrhoeae is a leading cause of sexually transmitted infections worldwide, responsible for >100 million cases annually. The emergence of antimicrobial resistance has made combatting this bacterium a priority for the WHO and CDC. In this project, we exploit global collections of whole genome sequences, employing the latest analytical tools to: i) define the gonococcal population structure, ii) assess conservation of vaccine candidates, and, iii) explore patterns of variation by superimposing these on atomic structures to pinpoint immunogenic epitopes.
Candidates should be highly motivated individuals experienced in bacterial cell culture and molecular microbiology techniques. Experience in using bioinformatic tools and the analysis of whole genome sequence data would be an advantage. Responsibilities will include: i) the management of own research and administrative activities, within guidelines provided; ii) general microbiology activities including bacterial cell culture, DNA extraction and QC, antibiotic susceptibility testing; iii) genome sequence analyses; and, iv) the development and establishment of bioinformatics protocols and techniques. You will be expected to analyse and share research findings in meetings with colleagues and to contribute to scientific reports and journal articles.
You should hold (or be close to completion of) a PhD/DPhil in a related subject. Candidates who do not hold a PhD/DPhil but who have a good first degree and masters are encouraged to apply stating ambitions for further study.
This is a full-time position for till 30 September 2024, with a starting date for as soon as possible.
Informal enquiries are welcome and can be made to Odile Harrison ([email protected]).
The University of Oxford is committed to equality and valuing diversity. All applicants will be judged on merit, according to the selection criteria.
The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Monday 13th February, interviews are likely to be scheduled for late February.
