Cancer Immunology Research Assistant

University of Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Oxford is seeking a Research Assistant to join the Oxford Centre for Immuno-Oncology within the Nuffield Department of Medicine. You will work on anti-tumour immune responses and cancer immunotherapy strategies, using preclinical models and patient-derived samples.

Responsibilities include performing cell culture, flow cytometry, molecular biology, and in vivo mouse studies, with data analysis and collaboration across teams; training others and helping maintain the lab.

Qualifications

• Degree in a biological sciences subject with lab experience.
• Experience in cell culture and flow cytometry; strong organisational and communication skills.
• Willingness to undertake in vivo work and obtain a Personal Licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out laboratory experiments including cell culture, flow cytometry, molecular biology and sample processing.
• In vivo experiments using mouse models and data analysis; contribute to design and planning.
• Provide practical training and support day-to-day running of the laboratory.

Skills

Cell culture

Flow cytometry

Data analysis

Molecular biology

Experimental design

Communication

Lab management

Education

Biological sciences degree

Tools

Flow cytometer

Job description

University of Oxford is seeking a Research Assistant to join the Oxford Centre for Immuno-Oncology within the Nuffield Department of Medicine. You will work on anti-tumour immune responses and cancer immunotherapy strategies, using preclinical models and patient-derived samples.

Responsibilities include performing cell culture, flow cytometry, molecular biology, and in vivo mouse studies, with data analysis and collaboration across teams; training others and helping maintain the lab.