Research Assistant in Mitotic Chromosome and DNA Methylation

About the role

We are seeking to appoint a Research Assistant to join the laboratory of Professor Dame Amanda Fisher, who will have the responsibility for the provision of research support to investigate how specific epigenetic modifiers alter mitotic chromosome structure. This role will assist in generating and characterising cell lines in which individual chromosomes can be purified using telomere-specific molecular tags. The Research Assistant will work with members of the team to determine the properties of chromosomes that have or lack DNA methylation and determine the impact DNA methylation for mitotic bookmarking.

This full-time fixed-term post is funded by the John Fell Fund and Nuffield Foundation for up to 12 months 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 Master’s degree with experience in chromosome biology and be working toward a doctorate in a relevant discipline. You should possess strong specialist knowledge in epigenetics, be capable of managing your own research and administrative tasks, and have excellent communication skills for writing, presenting, and representing the research group. Experience in adapting protocols and selecting experimental methods is essential. Desirable attributes include contributions to publications, prior work in epigenetic research teams, and knowledge of flow cytometry, DNA methylation, gene regulation mechanisms, and mitotic bookmarking.

What We Offer

Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:

• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days annual leave
• A comprehensive range of childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Cycle loan scheme
• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans

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

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online via  www.recruit.ox.ac.uk  and Vacancy ID 179795. You will be required to upload your curriculum vitae and a supporting statement, setting out how you meet the selection criteria for the post, using examples of your skills and experience. As part of your application, you will be asked to provide details of two referees and indicate whether we can contact them now.

For further details, please refer to the How to apply section of the job description. Any further enquires may be directed to  recruitment@bioch.ox.ac.uk.

The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Monday 16th June 2025. Only applications received before this time can be considered. Interviews for shortlisted candidates to be held on as soon as possible thereafter.

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