Research Assistant

Research Assistant Oxford, England

University of Oxford
Full Time Oxford, England 32332 - 37099 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated Research Assistant, interested in therapeutic or vaccination strategies that involve the targeting of peptide epitopes restricted by HLA-E, especially in the field of cancer. You will join the team at Oxford Centre for Immuno-Oncology, at the Nuffield Department of Medicine.
You will be responsible for managing own academic research and administrative activities once initial training is satisfactorily completed, keeping daily records of work performed. You will ensure research is performed safely, legally and to the highest possible standards. You will adapt existing and develop new scientific techniques and protocols as necessary. You will collaborate in the preparation of scientific reports and journal articles and represent the research group at internal meetings/seminars.
It is essential that you hold a degree (ideally 2.1 or higher) in the biological sciences. You will have a basic molecular biology technique including PCR, cloning and sequencing. You will have an experience in techniques used for protein expression and purification, plus the design of T cell immunoassays (e.g. ELISpot or flow-based assays). You will have excellent communication skills (oral/ written) and record keeping. Having experience of protein stability testing (e.g. thermal melt analysis) is desirable.
Applications for this vacancy are to be made online and you will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your online application. Your supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience.
This position is offered full time on a fixed term contract until 31 August 2028 and is funded by the Wellcome Discovery Award.
Only applications received before 12 midday on Monday 25 September 2023 will be considered. Please quote 167747 on all correspondence.

Research Assistant
University of Oxford

www.ox.ac.uk
Oxford, United Kingdom
Christopher Francis Patten
$500 million to $1 billion (USD)
501 to 1000 Employees
College / University
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