Pay Scale: STANDARD GRADE 7
Salary (£): £41,997 - £46,913 per annum, salary inclusive of a pensionable Oxford University Weighting of £1,500 per year
Location: Department of Biochemistry, South Parks Road, Oxford
Contract type: Fixed Term
Hours: Full-time
About the role
The Mardakheh group seeks a motivated postdoctoral researcher for a Cancer Research UK-funded project on deciphering the molecular mechanisms of ribosome biogenesis dysregulation in cancer.
This full-time fixed-term post is funded by Cancer Research UK for 1 year.
The actual starting salary offered will be based on qualifications and relevant skills acquired and will also be determined by the funding available.
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.
About you
Applicants should hold (or be close to obtaining) a PhD/DPhil in a relevant field, with significant relevant experience in the field of Ribosome Biogenesis. Preference will be given to candidates with a proven track-record (e.g. relevant peer reviewed publications). Sufficient laboratory experience in basic molecular biology, biochemistry, and cell biology techniques (e.g. molecular cloning, protein and RNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis, western blotting, mammalian cell culture, genetic manipulation of cells, fluorescent microscopy, etc.), as well as extensive experience in quantitative proteomics (both sample preparation and data analysis) is expected.
As a postdoctoral researcher, you are expected be able to manage your own academic research and contribute intellectually to projects, as well as writing manuscripts and presenting research findings at scientific meetings.
Application Process
Applications for this vacancy are to be made online via www.recruit.ox.ac.uk and Vacancy ID 180244. 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. Click here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement. 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 14th July 2025. Only applications received before this time can be considered. interviews for shortlisted candidates to be held on as soon as possible thereafter.
Committed to equality and valuing diversity
Contact Person :
HR Team
Vacancy ID :
180244
Contact Phone :
Closing Date & Time :
14-Jul-2025 12:00
Pay Scale :
RESEARCH GRADE 7
Contact Email :
recruitment@bioch.ox.ac.uk
Salary (£) :
£41,997 - £46,913 per annum #J-18808-Ljbffr