Research Assistant

About us:

At the Department of Physiology Anatomy & Genetics (DPAG) we undertake discovery science where we reassemble physiological processes at the molecular, cellular, tissue and systems level of organisation. In so doing we provide a bridge to translational medicine, and interface between physical and life sciences. We are committed not only to innovative research and the highest standard of teaching, but also to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment.

Overview of the role:

Reporting to the Professor Ana Domingos, the research assistant will be a member of the Domingo’s group with responsibility for technically facilitating the laboratory while academically contributing to multiple large research projects in the topic of the “role of sympathetic neural networks in the neurobiological basis of obesity”.

Please refer to Job Details for responsibilities, these can be find via the 'Apply' button above.

Selection criteria:

• Hold, or be close to completion of, a bachelor’s degree
• Ability to build close working relationships with pre-existing graduate students / post-docs to integrate seamlessly within pre-existing research projects.
• Possess sufficient knowledge in the discipline of physiology to work within established research programmes.
• Ability to own equally split time between research and technical activities to meet competing deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills demonstrated at lab meetings
• Experience of following and adapting protocols and selecting appropriate experimental methodologies
• Evidence of non-scientific extra-curricular/volunteering activities and achievements that can validate the candidate’s soft skills.
• Familiarity with the basic scientific rationale of multiple research project within the group
• Commitment to engaging with, and promoting awareness of, equality, diversity and inclusion and embedding these into your work.

What we offer:

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

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

How to apply:

Please provide a supporting statement outlining how you meet the selection criteria along with your CV, and the details of two referees as part of your online application.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 14/11/2025.

Interviews are likely to take place during the week commencing 01/12/2025.

Applications are particularly welcome from women, black and minority ethnic candidates who are under-represented in academic posts in Oxford.

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