Immunology Research Assistant: Uveitis & 3D Eye Model

University of Oxford, Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences; Oxford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the United Kingdom is seeking a Research Assistant in Ocular Immunology. The successful candidate will work on a project developing treatments for uveitis while managing research activities and utilizing advanced laboratory techniques. Essential qualifications include a Bachelor’s or Master’s in related life sciences and experience with human tissue handling. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to significant advancements in ocular research.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s in a relevant life-sciences field.
• Experience in handling and processing human tissue in a sterile environment.
• Experience performing studies in in-vivo models of disease and holding an animal licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own research and administrative activities.
• Contribute to project planning and represent the research group at external meetings.
• Use specialist scientific equipment for laboratory protocols.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Experience with human tissue

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s in Immunology, Biomedical Science, Biology, Biochemistry

Tools

Flow Cytometry

qPCR

Immunohistochemistry

Job description

A leading university in the United Kingdom is seeking a Research Assistant in Ocular Immunology. The successful candidate will work on a project developing treatments for uveitis while managing research activities and utilizing advanced laboratory techniques. Essential qualifications include a Bachelor’s or Master’s in related life sciences and experience with human tissue handling. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to significant advancements in ocular research.