Experimental Medicine Translational Scientist (Industry–Academic)

University of Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

An excellent contributory pension

38 days annual leave

Childcare services

Family leave schemes

Cycle loan scheme

Discounted bus travel

Membership to social/sports clubs

Job summary

The University of Oxford invites applications for a Translational Research Scientist in NDORMS/Kennedy Institute. This full-time, fixed-term role spans 24 months and focuses on translational research at the interface of academia and industry within experimental medicine.

You will lead immunology workflows, including human tissue handling, culture, PCR, flow cytometry, and advanced single-cell RNA-seq (10X) with spatial transcriptomics to understand disease pathways and evaluate targets.

Qualifications

• PhD/DPhil in immunology or related field with post-qualification research experience.
• Experience independently managing a research project and collaborating with both wet and dry lab researchers.
• Proficiency in standard immunology techniques including human tissue handling, culture, PCR, and flow cytometry; 10X single-cell RNA-seq and spatial transcriptomics are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Set up, deliver, and maintain research projects and programmes in experimental medicine.
• Provide technical leadership and support for team-based research objectives.
• Collaborate across disciplines and with industry partners to explore molecular pathways and targets.

Skills

Immunology research

Project management

Wet lab techniques

Flow cytometry

PCR

Single-cell RNA-seq (10X)

Spatial transcriptomics

Team collaboration

Education

PhD/DPhil in immunology or related area

Tools

Flow cytometer (FACS)

10X Genomics platform

Spatial transcriptomics platforms

Job description

The University of Oxford invites applications for a Translational Research Scientist in NDORMS/Kennedy Institute. This full-time, fixed-term role spans 24 months and focuses on translational research at the interface of academia and industry within experimental medicine.

You will lead immunology workflows, including human tissue handling, culture, PCR, flow cytometry, and advanced single-cell RNA-seq (10X) with spatial transcriptomics to understand disease pathways and evaluate targets.