Location: | Oxford |
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Salary: | £32,332 to £38,205 per annum (Grade 6) |
Hours: | Full Time |
Contract Type: | Fixed-Term/Contract |
Placed On: | 27th March 2024 |
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Closes: | 9th April 2024 |
Job Ref: | 171859 |
Location Department of Biochemistry, South Parks Road, Oxford
About the role
We are seeking to appoint a Research Assistant to join the lab of Professor Neil Brockdorff who will have responsibility for the provision of research support for our programme of investigating the molecular mechanisms of X chromosome inactivation.
This full-time fixed-term post is funded by the UKRI for up to 2 years in the first instance.
The actual starting salary offered will be based on qualifications and relevant skills acquired and will also be determined by the funding available.
About you
You will hold a bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject area and have prior experience of working in a molecular biology laboratory. You will have a keen interest in X chromosome inactivation/epigenetics research fields and have experience with performing mammalian tissue culture techniques. Experience with performing CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing is essential, together with experience with general molecular biology. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are expected. Experience with protein purification and primer design would be advantageous.
What We Offer
Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:
The University also runs an enormous amount of social groups and sports clubs for those looking for more than just a great place to work.
Application Process
You will be required to upload a supporting statement, setting out how you meet the selection criteria, curriculum vitae and the names and contact details of two referees as part of your online
Only applications received before 12 noon on Tuesday 9th April 2024 can be considered. with interviews for shortlisted candidates to be held as soon as possible thereafter.
Committed to equality and valuing diversity
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