Department of Chemistry, Ineos Oxford Institute for AMR Research, Chemistry Research Laboratory, 12 Mansfield Road, Oxford, OX1 3TA This role is for internal candidates only Applications are invited for a fixed-term IOI Research Assistant in Microbiology for Antimicrobial Drug discovery and development to work under the supervision of Dr Alistair Farley, Scientific Lead for Chemistry, with a dotted line to Professor Timothy Walsh. The position is based at the Ineos Oxford Institute, at the Life and Mind Building, South Parks Road, Oxford Applicants must hold or be close to completion of, a BSc degree in biological subject or relevant experience in a research environment. The postholder will be responsible for providing microbiological data to facilitate the design of new molecules, and understanding mechanisms of resistance, being undertaken in the medicinal chemistry labs in the IOI and therefore will work closely with chemists and biochemists within the IOI. The IOI’s interdisciplinary research programme involves national and international collaborators. We are a vibrant, enthusiastic, innovative and strategic enterprise with an internationally leading position to make a real difference in combatting antimicrobial resistance globally and changing international policy. We contribute antibiotics and explore new potential antimicrobial agents. We have a world-class track record of success and a reputation for a can-do attitude to tackling challenging goals. At the heart of our approach is a deep commitment to the training and career development of our staff and students