Postdoctoral Research Scientist in Epitranscriptomics
Join Dr Chunxiao Song’s group to explore pseudouridine’s role in cancer and develop RNA-based diagnostics.
Best for:Best for postdoctoral researchers with a PhD in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related fields, strong practical skills in RNA biology, and experience in next-generation sequencing and bioinformatics.
Overview
This postdoctoral position at the University of Oxford’s Target Discovery Institute focuses on epitranscriptomics, specifically investigating the function of pseudouridine and its synthases in cancer progression. The successful candidate will contribute to cutting-edge research translating RNA modification discoveries into clinical diagnostics, particularly in circulating cell-free RNA. The role involves leading research projects, developing experimental techniques, and collaborating with international partners. The position is ideal for researchers with expertise in molecular biology, biochemistry, and RNA biology, seeking to advance translational medicine in oncology.
What you'll do
- Lead and manage independent research projects focused on pseudouridine and its role in cancer.
- Develop and adapt experimental techniques for high-resolution RNA modification mapping.
- Conduct hypothesis-driven research and analyze scientific data using bioinformatics tools.
- Collaborate with international partners to advance RNA-based cancer diagnostics.
- Contribute to research funding proposals, scientific reports, and journal publications.
- Present research findings at conferences and provide expert guidance on experimental protocols.
- Supervise junior researchers or students as part of the research team.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD/DPhil in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline (or close to completion).
Language: English (proficiency required for scientific communication and collaboration)
Instruction: English
Publications: Experience contributing to scientific publications is required.
- Strong practical skills in molecular biology, biochemistry, or cell biology.
- Specialist knowledge of RNA biology or epitranscriptomics.
- Experience independently managing and leading research projects.
- Excellent communication skills and experience contributing to scientific publications.
- Proficiency in next-generation sequencing and bioinformatic data analysis.
- No specific nationality or residency restrictions mentioned.
- No age or prior experience caps explicitly stated.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-11 (Europe/London)
Applications must be submitted online via the university’s recruitment portal. Applicants need to upload a CV and a supporting statement explaining how they meet the selection criteria. The supporting statement should be concise and limited to the CV and supporting statement only. Additional documents may be requested later.
- CV
- Supporting statement detailing how you meet the selection criteria
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