Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Immunology
Contribute to cutting-edge immunological and infectious disease research at the University of Oxford.
Best for:Best for immunologists with a PhD and hands-on laboratory experience in infectious disease research.
Overview
The University of Oxford seeks a motivated Postdoctoral Research Assistant to join the Centre for Human Genetics and participate in an innovative research programme focused on viral and cellular immunology. The successful candidate will design and execute independent experiments, analyse complex datasets, and contribute to new grant applications and scientific publications. Responsibilities also include managing laboratory activities, collaborating with partner institutions, and mentoring junior colleagues in specialist methodologies. Applicants must hold a relevant PhD or DPhil and possess a strong background in laboratory-based immunological research.
What you'll do
- Develop independent research questions and hypotheses within the context of viral and cellular immunology.
- Design, plan, and coordinate laboratory experiments to ensure successful project delivery.
- Perform complex qualitative and quantitative data analysis and interpret experimental results.
- Contribute to peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and presentations at national conferences.
- Manage day-to-day laboratory activities, equipment usage, and safety protocols.
- Collaborate with internal colleagues and external partner institutions on joint research initiatives.
- Mentor and coach junior researchers and students in specialist laboratory methodologies.
- Contribute to public engagement and widening access activities organised by the department and university.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD/DPhil or equivalent in viral immunology, cellular immunology, or a related subject
Language: English
Instruction: English
- Demonstrable experience conducting immunological or infectious disease research in a laboratory setting
- Proficiency in developing, optimising, and applying experimental research methodologies
- Ability to independently plan, organise, and execute experimental work
- Strong data analysis skills for interpreting complex qualitative and quantitative datasets
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-11
Submit your application online through the university recruitment portal. You are required to upload a CV and a supporting statement that explicitly addresses each selection criteria using specific examples.
- CV
- Supporting statement
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