Postdoctoral Researcher

About the role

Join the dynamic team led by Professor Geoff Higgins in the Department of Oncology at the University of Oxford. This is an exceptional opportunity for a driven individual to contribute to ground-breaking research aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of radiotherapy treatments.

Our focus lies in developing innovative approaches to sensitize tumor cells to radiotherapy, with the ultimate goal of improving patient outcomes while minimizing side effects. As a Postdoctoral Researcher, you will spearhead your own project within our broader research program.

Your responsibilities will encompass discovering and characterizing novel therapeutic strategies, utilizing a diverse array of techniques including high-throughput screening, gene editing, cell death assays, and in vivo cancer models. Additionally, you will provide mentorship to junior team members, contribute to manuscript preparation and grant applications, and present findings at scientific conferences.

The post will be based at the Old Road Campus Research Building, Roosevelt Drive, Headington, Oxford, OX3 7DQ, and is offered full-time, fixed-term until 31st October 2025 in the first instance.

About you

As the successful candidate for this position, you will hold or be close to completing a relevant PhD/DPhil in cell biology, molecular biology, biomedicine, or a related discipline. You will have specialized knowledge in the cell and molecular biology of cancer, a high level of technical competence, and substantial experience in standard molecular and cell biology techniques.

You will demonstrate the ability to independently plan, develop, and manage a research project, contributing innovative ideas for new research projects and generating research income. Your excellent communication skills will enable you to write for publication, present research proposals and results, and represent the research group at meetings. Additionally, your track record of first-author publications in scientific journals and experience in supervising students and less experienced lab members will be invaluable.

In addition to the essential qualifications, desirable attributes include a strong background in radiation biology and DNA repair mechanisms, previous experience working with mouse in vivo models, and knowledge in target discovery and drug development. Holding a Home Office personal license (PIL) for animal experimentation would also be advantageous.

Application Process

You will be required to upload a supporting statement (setting out how you meet the selection criteria), a curriculum vitae and the names and contact details of two referees as part of your online application. The closing date for applications is Thursday, 11th April 2024

Interviews are expected to take place on Monday, 22nd April 2024. Candidates should be available for interviews during this time.

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