Postdoctoral Scientist - Immunology

About the Role

We are seeking an ambitious Postdoctoral Scientist to join our diverse and inclusive team that embraces positive research culture. The Rehwinkel group is at the forefront of research into nucleic acid sensing by cytosolic innate immune receptors.

Our research focuses on the molecular biology of activation and regulation of innate immune receptors that survey the cytosol. We use a variety of virus infection models including influenza A virus, HIV and other retroviruses, flaviviruses such as Zika virus, SARS-CoV-2 and herpesviruses. In addition, we are studying the role of nucleic acid sensing in inflammatory diseases and in cancer. We are particularly interested in RIG-I-like receptors and cytosolic DNA receptors such as cGAS. Furthermore, we are interested in SAMHD1 and ADAR1, which restrict virus infection and are also linked to Aicardi-Goutières syndrome – an autoinflammatory disease driven by interferons.

Jan Rehwinkel actively supports all members of the group to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Informal inquiries should be directed to Jan Rehwinkel ([email protected]).

About the Radcliffe Department of Clinical Medicine

The Radcliffe Department of Medicine (RDM) within the Medical Sciences Division is one of the largest departments in the University of Oxford. RDM is a multi-disciplinary department which aims to tackle some of the world’s biggest health challenges by integrating innovative basic biology with cutting edge clinical research.

What We Offer

•         Flexible working

•         An excellent contributory pension scheme

•         38 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays)

•         A comprehensive range of childcare services

•         Family leave schemes

•         Cycle loan scheme

•         Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans

About You

The post holder will have responsibility for carrying out ground-breaking and innovative investigations. The post holder will have specialist knowledge in the discipline and will be able to work independently within the established research programme.

The post holder will have the ability to independently manage academic research and associated activities.

The post holder will provide guidance to members of the research group, including postdocs, research assistants, technicians, PhD and project students.

The post holder will hold a relevant PhD/DPil, or expect to hold a relevant PhD/DPhil, together with experience in the fields of immunology, virology and/or cellular and molecular biology.

For applicants who are yet to complete their PhD, appointment to Grade 6: salary £32,332 - £38,205 p.a. would be applicable.

Application process

Only online applications received before midday (UK time) on 31st January 2024 can be considered.

You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement, CV and the details of three referees as part of your online application.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview during the period 19 February – 1 March 2024. Where possible, interviews will be held in person at the MRC WIMM.