Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Cancer Biology

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Cancer Biology to join the GO-PRECISE CRC-VAX project, a highly exciting initiative funded by GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), based at the Centre for Human Genetics, University of Oxford. The post aims to assist with the preparation and molecular characterisation of tumours using multi-omic analysis focusing principally on the mechanisms and consequences of immune escape in colorectal cancers (CRC) and pre-cancers.

You will manage 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 undertake laboratory work as required, such as sample preparation, cell culture, analysis of tumour samples and, tissue staining. Other responsibilities include testing hypotheses and analysing scientific data from a variety of sources, including sequencing and transcriptomics (including spatial transcriptomics), reviewing and refining working hypotheses as appropriate, and contributing ideas for new research projects.

It is essential that you hold a PhD/DPhil (or close to completion) in a relevant scientific discipline such as molecular biology, genetics or other related discipline, and have experience of the genetic/molecular analysis of human diseases, such as cancer. You will be able to work with a high degree of independence, to learn rapidly and to master several laboratory techniques, and to commit to high standards, including record keeping and laboratory management. Basic bioinformatics skills or a willingness to learn them, and an understanding or interest in spatial biology procedures is highly desirable for this position.

Applications for this vacancy should be made online and you will need to upload a supporting statement and CV. Your supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. Please restrict your documentation to your CV and supporting statement only. Any other documents will be requested at a later date.

This position is offered full time on a fixed term contract until 31 December 2027 and is funded by GSK.

Only applications received before 12 midday on 30 June 2025 will be considered. Please quote 178284 on all correspondence.

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