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Postdoctoral Researcher in Immune-Metabolism and Multi-omics

Lead computational multi-omics analysis for an international psychiatric genetics research project at Oxford.

Best for:Best for quantitative researchers with a background in bioinformatics or statistical genetics and experience analyzing multi-omics or population health data.

University of Oxford · Oxford, United Kingdom · R2 · Recognised researcher
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Multi-omicsImmunometabolismStatistical GeneticsBioinformaticsPsychiatric Genomics
This is a postdoc position — not a PhD studentship.
Deadline
Nov 5, 2026
13 days
Funding
Salaried
£39.4k–£41.6k/yr
Start date
flexible
Fixed-term
Location
Oxford
United Kingdom

Overview

The University of Oxford's Department of Psychiatry is seeking a part-time Postdoctoral Researcher to lead the computational work package for an Anglo-French research project investigating the immuno-metabolic profile of anhedonia in severe mental illness. Reporting to Dr Fabiana Corsi-Zuelli, the successful candidate will integrate genomic and phenotypic data from international cohorts with multi-omics datasets to drive biomarker discovery. The role involves developing reproducible analysis pipelines, managing independent research, and collaborating closely with partner teams in the UK and France. This fixed-term appointment offers an engaging opportunity to contribute high-impact findings to the fields of psychiatry and computational biology.

Postdoctoral ResearcherMulti-omicsImmunometabolismBioinformaticsStatistical GeneticsAnhedoniaGenomicsPsychiatry

What you'll do

  • Lead the computational work package for an international Franco-British psychiatric research project.
  • Integrate genomic and phenotypic data from large external cohorts with multi-omics datasets including proteomic, metabolomic, and cellular immunophenotyping data.
  • Develop and maintain robust, reproducible analysis pipelines to support biomarker discovery and validation.
  • Manage independent research tasks while coordinating closely with research teams across the UK and France.
  • Contribute significantly to project reporting, peer-reviewed scientific publications, and international conference presentations.

Requirements

Degree required: PhD or DPhil in neuroscience, bioinformatics, statistical genetics, computational biology, epidemiology, or a related quantitative discipline

Language: English; excellent written and verbal proficiency for international collaboration

Instruction: English

Required skills
  • Demonstrated expertise in analyzing and integrating high-dimensional multi-omics data with clinical or phenotypic data
  • Proficiency in statistical genetic approaches utilizing large-scale population resources
  • Strong programming capabilities and a commitment to reproducible research practices
  • Excellent communication skills suited for multi-site international collaboration
Nice to have
Prior experience working with population databases such as the UK Biobank or ALSPAC

Funding & terms

Type
Salaried
Amount
£39.4k–£41.6k/yr
Duration
12 months
Programme
Medical Research Council, Wellcome Trust, National Institute for Health Research
Medical Research Council, Wellcome Trust, National Institute for Health Research

How to apply

Deadline: 2026-11-05

Applicants must submit their online application through the university recruitment portal, including a comprehensive curriculum vitae, a detailed covering letter or supporting statement, and contact details for two referees.

Documents required
  • CV
  • Cover letter
  • 2 reference details
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Prof.
Fabiana Corsi-Zuelli
Department of Psychiatry
Lab
Immuno-metabolism and severe mental illness research group
University of Oxford
United Kingdom
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