1. Postdoctoral Researcher in Molecular Microbiology
Oxford Population Health (Nuffield Department of Population Health, University of Oxford), John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, OX3 9DU and Big Data Institute, Oxford, OX3 7LF
Prof. Wilson’s Infectious Disease Genomics group are at the forefront of the development and application of approaches for infectious disease genomics, including genome-wide association studies and expression analyses for understanding the genetic basis of observable differences in important microbiological traits including disease severity and drug resistance.
We are looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher to work closely with the wider research team to generate data in the lab, including large scale RNA extractions in collaboration with the senior postdoctoral researcher within the team, and phenotypically characterise a bank of carriage and infection associated strains for comparative analysis. Additionally, the post holder will pursue an ambitious sampling study, liaising with clinical microbiological diagnostics labs in Oxford and across the country to create a large library of clinically derived bacteria.
To be considered you will hold, or be close to completion of a DPhil/PhD molecular or genomic microbiology. You will also have relevant research experience including bacterial culture and DNA, RNA and protein extractions, as well as possessing sufficient specialist knowledge in bacterial virulence, bacterial gene expression, and/or host-pathogen interactions to enable the development of hypothesise.
We particularly welcome applications from people with both wet and dry lab skills, as it is envisaged that the post holder will transition from a focus on data generation to analysis over the course of the post.
The position is full time and fixed-term for 2 years.
The closing date for application is 12.00pm on the 10th of April 2023.
You will be required to upload a CV and a cover letter as part of your online application. The cover letter should clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description.
Contact Person : NDPH Recruitment Team Vacancy ID : 164271
Contact Phone : 01865 743629 Closing Date & Time : 10-Apr-2023 12:00
Pay Scale : STANDARD GRADE 7 Contact Email : recruit@ndph.ox.ac.uk
Salary (£) : Grade 7: £34,308 - £42,155 per annum
2. Postdoctoral Research Assistant
William Dunn School, South Parks Road Oxford, OX1 3RE
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the new be Ineos Oxford Institute for Antimicrobial Research (IOI) within the Department of Biology. The researcher will analyze large bacterial genome collections to identify the series of evolutionary events that underpin the acquisition of multi-drug resistance (MDR) in important pathogenic species. The successful candidate will develop and apply genome analysis pipelines to identify potentiating mutations and/or gene gains in natural MDR clone populations and identify novel genetic signatures convergently evolving with MDR. Techniques will include quantitative comparative genomics approaches such as genome-wide association studies and covariation analyses. They will hold, or be close to completion of, a postgraduate degree in a relevant subject (e.g. microbiology, bioinformatics, genomics) and have bioinformatics and genome analysis experience. They will also have interest in pathogen evolution and demonstrable enthusiasm for the project topic. While being an independent researcher able to take the initiative, they will also work closely with other researchers within the Sheppard Lab and the IOI, to integrate their work within the broader research programme. With excellent communication skills, they will be able to write for publication, present research proposals and results, engage with a wide range of stakeholders, and represent the research team at meetings and conferences.
The posts will be based at the William Dunn School, South Parks Road Oxford, OX1 3RE.
This is a full-time fixed term post until 30th April 2026 in the first instance.
The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon (GMT+1) on Tuesday 11th April, interviews are likely to be scheduled for w/c April 17th April.
The University of Oxford is committed to equality and valuing diversity. All applicants will be judged on merit, according to the selection criteria.
Contact Person : HR Vacancy ID : 164105
Contact Phone : Closing Date & Time : 11-Apr-2023 12:00
Pay Scale : STANDARD GRADE 7 Contact Email : hr@biology.ox.ac.uk
Salary (£) : Grade 7: £34,308 - £42,155 per annum
3. Postdoctoral Research Associate in Polyyne Rotaxane Chemistry
Department of Chemistry, Chemistry Research Laboratory, Mansfield Road, Oxford, OX1 3TA
Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Polyyne Rotaxane Chemistry to work under the supervision of Professor Harry L. Anderson for a period of up to 8 months. The primary activity of this Postdoctoral Research Associate will be organic synthesis. This project is concerned with the synthesis and investigation of polyyne polyrotaxanes as precursors to cyclocarbon catenanes.
Find out more about the research and group at: http://hla.chem.ox.ac.uk/
Applicants must hold a PhD in Chemistry (or due to submit a PhD thesis prior to taking up the appointment). The research requires to have expertise in multi-step organic synthesis of polyyne polyrotaxanes. You will be expected to manage your own academic research and administrative activities. This involves small scale project management, to co-ordinate multiple aspects of research.
The successful candidate will have expertise in one or several of the following: experience of analytical and/or preparative HPLC or GPC. They will have expertise in quantitative physical organic chemistry or spectroscopy (e.g. electrochemistry, photochemistry or NMR spectroscopy), including the derivation of mathematical models for analysing numerical data. Expertise in computational modelling e.g. DFT calculations.
The post will be based in the Department of Chemistry, Chemistry Research Laboratory, 12 Mansfield Road, Oxford. The post is available as soon as possible.
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. Certificates, references and research papers should not be provided at this stage.
To apply for this role and for further details, including a job description and selection criteria, please click on the link below.
The closing date for applications is 12.00 midday, Tuesday 11th April 2023. Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.
The University of Oxford and The Department of Chemistry are Silver Athena SWAN holders. Applications are particularly welcome from women and black and ethnic minority candidates, who are under-represented in Chemistry research posts in Oxford.
Contact Person : Vacancy ID : 164664
Contact Phone : Closing Date & Time : 11-Apr-2023 12:00
Pay Scale : STANDARD GRADE 7 Contact Email : recruitment@chem.ox.ac.uk
Salary (£) : 35308 - 43155
4. Postdoctoral Researcher - Biochemistry & Cancer
Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research, Old Road Campus Research Building, Roosevelt Drive, Oxford, OX3 7DQ And the Target Discovery Institute, NDM Research Building, Old Road Campus, Headington, Oxford, OX3 7BN
We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join the team at the Ludwig Cancer Research Oxford Branch.
You will be supervised by Professor Yang Shi at Ludwig Cancer Research and work closely with a medicinal chemist. Your primary responsibility will be to purify recombinant proteins and set up in vitro and in vitro for the RNA enzymes as well as a panel of additional enzymes as negative/selectivity controls in order to identify small molecules that have on-target activities towards intended RNA enzymes. You will also develop cell-based activity assays and, if possible, in vivo models to evaluate the efficacy of the compounds. You will design and perform original research, and manage own academic research and administrative activities which will small scale project management, to co-ordinate multiple aspects of work to meet deadlines.
It is essential that you hold a PhD (or close to completion) in Biochemistry or Cell Biology, and have strong biochemical, molecular and cell biological background. Demonstrable experience in assay development and in analysing small molecules in vitro and in vivo is essential, and the ability to manage own academic research and associated activities. You will have a good publication record, including experience independently writing scientific reports and manuscripts, and be well organised with the ability to adapt to changing project priorities.
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 for 3 years, and is funded by the Department.
Only applications received before 12 midday on 11 April 2023 will be considered. Please quote 163809 on all correspondence.
Contact Person : Kristina Limbu Vacancy ID : 163809
Contact Phone : 01865-617971 Closing Date & Time : 11-Apr-2023 12:00
Pay Scale : STANDARD GRADE 7 Contact Email : recruitment@ndm.ox.ac.uk
Salary (£) : Grade 7: £34,308 - £42,155 with a discretionary range to £46,047 p.a. (pro rata)
5. Postdoctoral Scientist - Immunology
NDM Experimental Medicine, Weatherall Institute of Molecular Medicine, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford
We are seeking an ambitious Postdoctoral Research Scientist to join the B Cell Biology Group (Bannard Lab) in the MRC Human Immunology Unit (HIU) at the MRC Weatherall Institute of Molecular Medicine (WIMM). The driving goal of our laboratory is to understand the mechanisms responsible for antibody affinity maturation in germinal centers, and to learn how B cells establish immunological memory. We are particularly interested in clonal selection and B cell fate decisions. To this end, we employ various in vivo models to track and monitor cell differentiation in situ and to uncover the events and cues shepherding B cell behaviour. For further details, please see the lab website and recent publications; https://www.imm.ox.ac.uk/research/units-and-centres/mrc-human-immunology-unit/research-groups/bannard-group-b-cell-immunology.
The MRC HIU in the MRC WIMM provides the perfect research environment. We have access to world-class facilities, including the Wolfson imaging suite (confocal, 2-photon, super-resolution etc), the genome targeting facility, and the single cell genomics core, etc. We are part of a vibrant immunology community that regularly meets to discuss ongoing research projects. Suitable candidates should have a strong track record, be highly driven and creative, and have a true passion for researching and understanding immunology. To be considered for this position you should have a PhD in immunology or in a related subject. The successful candidate will join a small group of friendly and supportive scientists.
Informal enquiries are welcome and can be made to Oliver Bannard (oliver.bannard@ndm.ox.ac.uk). This is a full-time appointment until 31/12/2025 initially, with the possibility of extending.
Applications for this vacancy should be made online and you will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your application. The supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience.
Only applications received by 12.00 noon on Tuesday 11/04/2023 will be considered.
Contact Person : Senior HR Officer Vacancy ID : 164454
Contact Phone : Closing Date & Time : 11-Apr-2023 12:00
Pay Scale : STANDARD GRADE 7 Contact Email : exp.med-hr@ndm.ox.ac.uk
Salary (£) : £34,308 - £42,155 p.a
6. Postdoctoral Scientist – Protein Biochemistry & Structural Biology
Target Discovery Institute, NDM Research Building, Roosevelt Drive, Headington, Oxford, OX3 7FZ
We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Scientist to join the Target Discovery Institute, at the Nuffield Department of Medicine. You will join us to work on an exciting research project with focus on the structural and functional exploration of proteins involved in ubiquitin and RNA metabolism (e.g. E3 ligases, DUBs, deaminases), and the design, identification and characterization of first-in-class chemical ligands.
The role will involve establishing efficient expression and purification systems for target proteins. You will develop biochemical assays and study the interaction between proteins and first-in-class small molecule ligands to establish the SAR (structure activity relationship) to inform medicinal chemistry. You will supervise junior and technical staff and coordinate the project with other internal and external partners. This will include progress reports and publishing high quality manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals. Candidates are expected to represent the group at international scientific meetings.
It is essential that you hold a PhD (or near completion) in protein biochemistry and structural biology with an excellent academic track record, including at least one first author publication in an expert journal. You will have experience in protein crystallization and optimization of protein crystals, and extensive experience in cloning and recombinant protein purification using bacterial, insect cell or mammalian host systems. It is essential that you are able to work independently and as part of a team and be able to collaborate with colleagues on a range of diverse projects.
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. Full-text PDF copies of published articles are not required to be included in the application, DOIs or PubMed links are sufficient.
This position is offered full time on a fixed term contract until 1 April 2025 in the first instance and is funded by EU-IMI.
Only applications received before 12 midday on 11 April 2023 will be considered. Please quote 163652 on all correspondence.
Contact Person : Kristina Limbu Vacancy ID : 163652
Contact Phone : 01865-617971 Closing Date & Time : 11-Apr-2023 12:00
Pay Scale : STANDARD GRADE 7 Contact Email : recruitment@ndm.ox.ac.uk
Salary (£) : Grade 7: £34,308 - £42,155 with a discretionary range to £46,047 p.a. (pro rata)
7. Two Postdoctoral Research Assistants for the ATLAS experiment
Department of Physics, Denys Wilkinson Building, Keble Road, Oxford, OX1 3RH
Applications are invited for two Postdoctoral Research Assistants in Particle Physics.
The two full-time posts are each available for a fixed-term duration of 2.5 years, with an opportunity to extend subject to funding.
The place of work will be at the Denys Wilkinson Building, Keble Road, Oxford, OX1 3RH, or at CERN, Geneva, Switzerland.
The Large Hadron Collider at CERN has recently started a major physics run, offering new opportunities to explore physics at the highest energies.
The successful candidates will analyse data from the ATLAS experiment at CERN, performing precision Standard Model measurements or seeking evidence for physics beyond the Standard Model in the LHC collisions. They will also contribute to ATLAS operations and performance, with one post contributing to the development, operation and upgrade of the ATLAS detector trigger.
This will involve adapting existing and developing new scientific techniques; contributing ideas for new research projects; collaborating in the preparation of scientific reports and journal articles and occasionally present papers and posters; represent the research group at external meetings & seminars, either with other members of the group or alone; managing their own academic research and administrative activities; and carrying out collaborative projects with colleagues in partner institutions, and research groups.
Applicants should hold, or be close to the completion of, a doctorate (DPhil or PhD) in experimental particle physics or related field and ideally have a strong background in searches for heavy particles at the LHC.
Previous experience with the ATLAS or CMS experiments will be an advantage.
Candidates are expected to demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively, plan and execute research activities, and work in a team.
The post may be based in Oxford or CERN, with visits to the other site when necessary. When based in Oxford, teaching duties of up to three hours per week during University term time may be required.
Informal enquiries about this post may be made to Alan Barr, alan.barr@physics.ox.ac.uk or Claire Gwenlan, claire.gwenlan@physics.ox.ac.uk.
Only applications received promptly by 12:00 noon UK time on 11th April 2023 can be considered. Please read the “Person Specification and Job Description” before preparing your application. You will be required to upload a Curriculum Vitae, a description of research experience and interests and the names and addresses of three referees as part of your online application. In addition you should arrange for the three letters of reference to be sent to sue.geddes@physics.ox.ac.uk by the closing date. Applications are acknowledged but not reference letters.
Contact Person : Mrs Sue Geddes Vacancy ID : 163722
Contact Phone : 01865 273353 Closing Date & Time : 11-Apr-2023 12:00
Pay Scale : STANDARD GRADE 7 Contact Email : sue.geddes@physics.ox.ac.uk
Salary (£) : Grade 7: £34,308 - £42,155 per annum
8. Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Mu3e and ATLAS
Department of Physics, Denys Wilkinson Building, Keble Road, Oxford, OX1 3RH
Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Assistant - Mu3e and ATLAS Silicon Development.
The post is available for a fixed-term duration of 3 years.
The Mu3e experiment at PSI will search for μ→3e with muons at rest with sensitivity <10-15 (<10-16 ) in Phase 1(2) improving on the most sensitive previous measurement by 3 (4) orders of magnitude and probing mass scales inaccessible to direct searches at the LHC or HL-LHC.
This project will be primarily focussed on the construction and testing of the ultra-low-mass Mu3e Monolithic silicon outer pixel ladders. The successful applicant will take a leading role in finalizing the production and quality control steps and overseeing and participating in this most technically demanding aspect of the Mu3e experiment’s construction.
This work will be undertaken in the Oxford Physics Microstructure Detector (OPMD) cleanroom facility in Oxford.
There will be an additional aspect at the 20% level to take part in the development and testing of new silicon detectors for the ALTAS experiment, both for the current HL-LHC and future upgrades.
The candidate will join a tightly integrated multi-disciplinary team consisting of applied physicists, engineers, DPhil students, and specialist technicians.
They will also be encouraged to contribute to the wider development of the Mu3e project at an international level.
The successful candidate will first be based in Oxford and play a leading role in the construction and testing of the Mu3e CMOS HVMAPS ladders in the OPMD laboratory. They will work with experienced colleagues on implementing an efficient production flow for large-scale ladder fabrication and quality control testing.
They will also work on the development of silicon detectors for the upgrade of the ATLAS experiment.
Finally, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with the Oxford Mu3e group on the analysis of the first experimental data, this will be sequenced after the completion of the detector construction work.
As part of the OPMD group the successful applicant would also have the opportunity to take part in our activities working on research into novel detector technologies including: depleted monolithic sensors, low gain avalanche detectors, optical sensors for astronomy and atom interferometry, and the application of hybrid pixel detectors to other areas of science, although this is subordinate to the main Mu3e and ATLAS projects.
Applicants should hold, or be close to completion of, a PhD/DPhil in physics, or a Master’s degree in a relevant engineering subject or other related field. Ideally applicants should have a background in either the testing, development, construction, or commissioning of silicon detectors for particle physics or similar applications.
Previous experience in the field of experimental particle physics detector development, silicon detectors, or applied physics will be an advantage.
Candidates are expected to demonstrate good organisational, teamworking, and communication skills, operating as a senior part of part of a multi-disciplinary team, coordinating local activities and regularly presenting results to the Mu3e collaboration meetings.
The post-holder will have the opportunity to teach.
Informal enquiries about this post may be made to: richard.plackett@physics.ox.ac.uk.
Only applications received promptly by 12:00 noon UK time on 13 April 2023 can be considered. Please read the “Person Specification and Job Description” before preparing your application. You will be required to upload a Curriculum Vita, a description of research experience and interests and the names and addresses of three referees as part of your online application. In addition you should arrange for the letters of reference to be sent to sue.geddes@physics.ox.ac.uk by the closing date. Applications are acknowledged but not reference letters.
Contact Person : Mrs Sue Geddes Vacancy ID : 164464
Contact Phone : 01865 273353 Closing Date & Time : 13-Apr-2023 12:00
Pay Scale : STANDARD GRADE 7 Contact Email : sue.geddes@physics.ox.ac.uk
Salary (£) : £34,308 - £ 42,155 per annum
9. Postdoctoral Research Scientist
Oxford Centre for Immuno-Oncology, Old Road Campus Research Building, Roosevelt Drive, Headington, Oxford, OX3 7DQ. On occasion, you will be located at the Translational Gastroenterology Unit, JR Hospital, Headley Way, Oxford, OX3 9DU
We are seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Scientist, to join a team of immunologists and proteomics experts led by Prof. Jack Satsangi and Assoc. Prof. Nicola Ternette at the Translational Gastroenterology Unit and Centre for Immuno-Oncology in Oxford. The focus of this project will be the definition of determinants for developing drug-related responses during the treatment of IBD, and to explore alternative treatment options in the context of the strong HLA association in IBD.
You will be responsible for managing your own academic research and administrative activities. This involves small scale project management, to co-ordinate multiple aspects of work to meet deadlines. You will test hypotheses and analyse scientific data from a variety of sources, reviewing and refining working hypotheses as appropriate, as well as contributing ideas for new research projects. You will be responsible for collaborating in the preparation of scientific reports and journal articles and occasionally presenting papers and posters. You will act as a source of information and advice to other members of the group on scientific protocols and experimental techniques.
It is essential that you hold a PhD (or close to completion) in immunology or relevant biomedical science, and have experience with immune-assays, and specifically monoclonal antibody biochemistry. You will be able to demonstrate the ability to manage the day-to-day running of a research project, and have previous experience of leading scientific publication(s) and presentations. It is essential you have excellent communication skills, including the ability to write for publication, present research proposals and results, and represent the research group at meetings.
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 30 June 2025, and is funded by the Helmsley Foundation.
Only applications received before 12 midday on 13 April 2023 will be considered. Please quote 164263 on all correspondence.
Contact Person : Phoebe Astbury Vacancy ID : 164263
Contact Phone : 01865 287775 Closing Date & Time : 13-Apr-2023 12:00
Pay Scale : STANDARD GRADE 7 Contact Email : recruitment@ndm.ox.ac.uk
Salary (£) : Grade 7: £34,308 - £42,155 per annum
10. Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Theoretical Biological Physics
Department of Physics, The Rudolf Peierls Centre for Theoretical Physics
Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Theoretical Biological Physics .
The post is available initially for a fixed-term duration of 20 months subject to funding.
This project project will investigate the application of concepts from algorithmic information theory to model bias in the evolution of development.
The successful candidate will report to Prof Ard Louis. Duties include managing own academic research and administrative activities, adapting existing and developing new research methodologies, presenting papers and representing the research group at external meetings and seminars.
The post-holder will have the opportunity to teach.
Applicants should hold a PhD, or be close to completion in physics or a related field and ideally have a strong background in Theoretical Physics, Theoretical Biology, or a closely related discipline. Candidates are expected to demonstrate a capacity for independent research work and should have a publication record commensurate with career stage.
Please direct enquiries about the role to Prof Ard Louis (ard.louis@physics.ox.ac.uk)
Only applications received before midday (UK time) 14 April 2023 can be considered. You will be required to upload a statement of research interests, CV and details of two referees as part of your online application.
Please ensure referees submit their references to rpcreferences@physics.ox.ac.uk by the closing date
Contact Person : HR Team Vacancy ID : 163933
Contact Phone : Closing Date & Time : 14-Apr-2023 12:00
Pay Scale : STANDARD GRADE 7 Contact Email : recruitment@physics.ox.ac.uk
Salary (£) : Grade 7: £34,308 – £42,155 p.a.
11. Postdoctoral Research Assistant
Department of Physics, Rudolf Peierls Centre for Theoretical Physics, Oxford
Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Plasma Theory for Fusion Energy. The post is available for a fixed-term duration through March 2024. The start date is flexible but a date as soon as possible after the closing date for applications is preferable.
The Universities of Oxford, Strathclyde, Warwick and York, in collaboration with the Culham Centre for Fusion Energy, are nearing the end of of a 5-year, EPSRC-funded programme to understand the fundamentals of turbulence in tokamak plasmas. A main objective of this programme is to identify advanced confinement configurations that will lead to compact fusion reactors. Key elements of the programme are the interaction between turbulence and flows, and the impact of the ratio of thermal pressure to magnetic field pressure (called the plasma beta).
As part of this programme, the Rudolf Peierls Centre for Theoretical Physics at the University of Oxford is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Plasma Theory for Fusion Energy. The successful candidate will develop new theory and/or conduct numerical simulations to study the turbulent transport observed in magnetic confinement fusion plasmas. Examples of the phenomena of interest are: the dependence of microstability and turbulent transport on plasma shaping, the observation of regions of reduced turbulence that are correlated with the presence of strong velocity shear, the recent numerical discovery of bistable turbulence and the transition to high transport states at high plasma beta. Explaining these complex observations will require a combination of analytical theory, computational work and physical intuition.
The post holder will likely have the opportunity to teach if he/she desires.
Applicants should hold, or be close to completion of, a PhD in physics or a related field. Ideally, applicants would have a strong background in Plasma Theory, and previous experience with numerical methods for fluid dynamics and/or kinetic theory will be an advantage. Candidates are expected to demonstrate the ability to manage their own academic research, the ability to contribute ideas for new research projects, and excellent communication skills.
Please direct enquiries about the role to Prof Michael Barnes and/or Prof Alex Schekochihin (michael.barnes@physics.ox.ac.uk) (alex.schekochihin@physics.ox.ac.uk)
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 17 April 2023. You will be required to upload a CV (including a list of publications) and a brief statement of research interests as part of your application. You will also be asked to provide details of at least two referees. Candidates should ensure that referees submit all references to APTreferences@physics.ox.ac.uk by the closing date. Documents submitted should be in PDF format and use the naming convention: APPLICANT SURNAME,FORENAME - REFEREE SURNAME,FORENAME”.
Contact Person : HR team Vacancy ID : 163698
Contact Phone : Closing Date & Time : 17-Apr-2023 12:00
Pay Scale : STANDARD GRADE 7 Contact Email : recruitment@physics.ox.ac.uk
Salary (£) : Grade 7: £34,308 - £42,155 per annum
12. Postdoctoral Research Scientist
Pandemic Sciences Institute, New Richards Building, Old Road Campus, Roosevelt Drive, Headington, Oxford, OX3 7LG
We are seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Scientist to join the Global Research Collaboration for Infectious Disease Preparedness (GloPID-R) Research and Policy Team at the Pandemic Sciences Institute, at the University of Oxford.
You will be supporting the new Pandemic Preparedness Analytical Capacity and funding Tracking Programme (Pandemic PACT) team, within GloPID-R focused on generating evidence to inform clinical research prioritisation for high priority infectious diseases with epidemic and pandemic potential.
You will be supporting the establishment of a Rapid Research Needs Appraisal (RRNA) platform, aimed at rapidly and robustly identifying gaps in the evidence base for high priority infectious diseases, using a methodology developed previously by our team in collaboration with Cochrane Response and Evidence Aid UK (doi: 10.1186/s12916-019-1338-1). You will be responsible for managing your own academic research and administrative activities, involving project management of the (RRNA project on a day-to-day basis, to coordinate multiple aspects of work in collaboration with internal and external collaborators to meet deadlines. You will work in collaboration with the wider team and external research collaborators based in other regions globally to establish a platform for carrying out RRNAs for high-priority diseases, and search and screen records for inclusion, and extract data relating to pre-defined clinical domains. Further, analyse and interpret data and write up results for reports and publications.
It is essential that you hold a relevant PhD/DPhil (or close to completion) in a related topic, (medicine, public health, epidemiology, pharmacology, or microbiology), and have sufficient specialist knowledge in the discipline to work within the research programme. The focus is on identifying gaps in clinical evidence to inform clinical research priorities, a good knowledge and understanding of how to interpret clinical and diagnostic terminology and data is an advantage. You will have experience in using systematic review methodologies, and experience of managing research projects. Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present findings at conferences and meetings and to write for publications are essential, along with sufficient expertise to conduct high-quality research programmes in this field. An understanding of global public health infectious disease and outbreak research response is necessary for this role. This work will be delivered in close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams including stakeholders from a variety of backgrounds. An ability to adapt to different contexts, uncertainty and change will be an advantage as outbreaks and priorities may change during the course of the project.
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 July 2024 and is funded by the Wellcome.
Only applications received before 12 midday on 17th April 2023 will be considered. Please quote 163931 on all correspondence.
Contact Person : Phoebe Astbury Vacancy ID : 163931
Contact Phone : 01865 287775 Closing Date & Time : 17-Apr-2023 12:00
Pay Scale : STANDARD GRADE 7 Contact Email : recruitment@ndm.ox.ac.uk
Salary (£) : Grade 7: £34,308 - £42,155 with a discretionary range to £46,047 per annum
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