Epitranscriptomics Postdoc: RNA Modifications & Diagnostics

University-of-Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Oxford invites applications for two Postdoctoral Research Scientists in Epitranscriptomics within Dr. Chunxiao Song’s group at the Target Discovery Institute, Nuffield Department of Medicine, Oxford.

The role focuses on pseudouridine biology, PUS enzymes, and cfRNA diagnostics for cancer, with emphasis on advancing RNA modification mapping technologies. Successful candidates will lead projects, design experiments, analyze data, contribute to funding proposals and publications, and

Qualifications

• PhD or near completion in molecular biology or related field.
• Strong practical skills in molecular biology, biochemistry, or cell biology.
• Experience with RNA biology or epitranscriptomics.
• Publications in relevant fields and excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead research projects.
• Develop and adapt experimental techniques.
• Analyze scientific data and report findings.
• Contribute to proposals and publish manuscripts.
• Collaborate with partner institutions.

Skills

Molecular biology

Biochemistry

Cell biology

Epitranscriptomics

RNA sequencing

Scientific communication

Education

PhD in Molecular Biology

Tools

Next-generation sequencing

Bioinformatic data analysis

NGS analysis tools

Job description

University of Oxford invites applications for two Postdoctoral Research Scientists in Epitranscriptomics within Dr. Chunxiao Song’s group at the Target Discovery Institute, Nuffield Department of Medicine, Oxford.

The role focuses on pseudouridine biology, PUS enzymes, and cfRNA diagnostics for cancer, with emphasis on advancing RNA modification mapping technologies. Successful candidates will lead projects, design experiments, analyze data, contribute to funding proposals and publications, and