Immuno-Oncology Research Assistant – Preclinical & Immunity

University of Oxford; Oxford; Presencial; GBP 28.000 - 32.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

University of Oxford’s Oxford Centre for Immuno-Oncology is seeking a Research Assistant to contribute to preclinical cancer immunology work, collaborating with Dr Ignacio Melero. The role covers cell culture, flow cytometry, in vivo mouse studies, and data analysis, with an emphasis on tumour immunology and immunotherapy strategies.

The position is a full-time, 24-month fixed-term contract funded by Cancer Research UK.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a biological science and hands-on lab experience.
• Experience with cell culture and flow cytometry in a research setting.
• Experience with animal work and the ability to obtain a Personal Licence (PSL) and work within a Biological Services Unit.

Responsabilidades

• Perform laboratory experiments including cell culture, flow cytometry, molecular biology and sample processing, plus in vivo mouse experiments.
• Adapt and optimise experimental protocols, troubleshoot issues, collect and analyse data, and contribute to experimental design.
• Provide practical training to researchers and students and support day-to-day lab operations.

Conocimientos

Cell culture

Flow cytometry

Biological research lab experience

Communication skills

Troubleshooting protocols

Educación

Degree in biology or related subject

Herramientas

Mouse handling

FACS instruments

Descripción del empleo

University of Oxford’s Oxford Centre for Immuno-Oncology is seeking a Research Assistant to contribute to preclinical cancer immunology work, collaborating with Dr Ignacio Melero. The role covers cell culture, flow cytometry, in vivo mouse studies, and data analysis, with an emphasis on tumour immunology and immunotherapy strategies.

The position is a full-time, 24-month fixed-term contract funded by Cancer Research UK.