Associate Professorship of Cell and Molecular Biology

University of Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution based in Oxford is seeking an Associate Professor of cell and molecular biology. This role involves establishing an independent research programme, contributing to both undergraduate and graduate teaching, and collaborating within a thriving scientific community. Ideal candidates will have a PhD/DPhil and a strong track record in relevant research. The position also offers a competitive salary and additional benefits.

Benefits

College housing allowance

Discretionary variable allowance

Research allowance

Qualifications

• Track record of internationally competitive research and publications in cell or molecular biology.
• Commitment to training and mentoring of students.
• Value diversity and collegiality.

Responsibilities

• Establish an independent research programme in related fields.
• Contribute to departmental and collegiate teaching.
• Collaborate within a scientific community.

Skills

Research in cell and molecular biology

Mentoring graduate students

Undergraduate teaching

Collaboration within scientific community

Education

PhD/DPhil in relevant field

Job description

Overview

We are seeking to appoint an Associate Professor of cell and molecular biology relevant to human disease, based in Oxford University's Sir William Dunn School of Pathology. The role offers the opportunity to pursue an independent programme of research in a thriving scientific community, while contributing to undergraduate and graduate teaching at both departmental and collegiate levels.

The Dunn School has an outstanding track record in biomedical research, with a focus on the fundamental cell and molecular biology underlying a broad range of disease mechanisms. It provides a stimulating and supportive community environment with access to excellent scientific facilities and support services, both within the department and across the wider Oxford community.

The department is in an exciting period of growth and renewal; this tenure-track position is an opportunity to shape and develop its historic strengths in the biology of the causes and treatment of human disease, and to integrate them further with Oxford's biomedical community.

Responsibilities

• Establish an independent research programme in cell and molecular biology relevant to human disease, with potential preference for immunology-related research.
• Contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching at departmental and collegiate levels.
• Collaborate within a thriving scientific community and contribute to the Dunn School's mission and growth.

Qualifications

• Higher degree (PhD/DPhil) with a track record of internationally competitive research and publications in any area of cell or molecular biology relevant to human disease.
• Demonstrated commitment to, and ideally experience in, training and mentoring of graduate students, and undergraduate teaching.
• Value collegiality and a supportive and diverse working environment.
• Preference may be given to candidates whose research relates to immunology.

Institute and Support

The Dunn School can offer high quality laboratory space and funding to cover the post-holder's salary. It may also be possible to negotiate additional initial support.

Equality and Diversity

The University of Oxford is a member of the Athena SWAN Charter to promote women in Science, Engineering, Technology and Medicine. The University holds an Athena SWAN silver award at institutional level, and the Dunn School holds an Athena SWAN silver award. The University is committed to equal opportunity, and to being a place where everyone belongs and is supported to succeed. We recognise how the diversity of our community enriches our ability to deliver on our academic mission.

Contact and Application

If you would like to discuss this post, please contact the Head of Department, Professor Matthew Freeman ([e-mail]). Questions about the application process should be addressed to the Dunn School Head of Human Resources, Andrew Souter ([e-mail]). Candidates may also contact the Senior Tutor of the College, Dr Lydia Matthews ([e-mail]) specifically about the College side of the role. All enquiries will be treated in strict confidence and will not form part of the selection process.

Application Timeline

Applications close at 12.00 noon on 14 November 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to present a seminar in Oxford early in the new year, with interviews expected to take place in Oxford in March 2026.

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

Notice

Committed to equality and valuing diversity

Contact Details

Professor Matthew Freeman

Vacancy ID: 181927

Contact Number:

Closing Date & Time: 14-Nov-2025 12:00

Contact Email: [e-mail]

Salary

Pay Scale: ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR (TF-UNIVERSITY)

Salary (£): Grade 10a: £58,265 - £77,645 per annum plus substantial additional benefits including a College housing allowance of £11,072 per annum, an additional discretionary variable allowance of £6,458 per annum, and a research allowance of £2,153 per annum.