Infectious Disease Scientist – Immunology & Therapeutics

Oxford Immunocore (nasdaq: Imcr); Buckingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford Immunocore seeks a Scientist - Infectious Diseases to advance our immunotherapy pipeline. You will design and perform experiments across molecular and cellular biology, contribute to data interpretation, and present findings in internal meetings within a matrixed team.

The role emphasizes preclinical research across HIV, HBV, and EBV-related diseases, with opportunities to collaborate broadly and develop innovative therapies.

Qualifications

• PhD in molecular biology, cell biology, genomics, virology, immunology, or related discipline with 0–2 years of related experience.
• Alternatively, a BSc or MSc with significant relevant bench experience and strong hands-on skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design and execute experiments to support project goals within defined timeframes.
• Execute assays using molecular and cellular techniques to advance the pipeline.
• Analyse data, interpret results, and make recommendations.
• Present results at internal meetings and build cross-functional collaborations.

Skills

Molecular techniques

NextGen sequencing

qPCR

Genomics/Transcriptomics

Droplet Digital PCR

Mutagenesis

Cell culture

Flow cytometry

ELISAs

ELISpots

Education

PhD in molecular biology or related

BSc or MSc with relevant bench experience

Tools

Droplet Digital PCR

NextGen sequencing

PCR

Genomics/Transcriptomics

Job description

Oxford Immunocore seeks a Scientist - Infectious Diseases to advance our immunotherapy pipeline. You will design and perform experiments across molecular and cellular biology, contribute to data interpretation, and present findings in internal meetings within a matrixed team.

The role emphasizes preclinical research across HIV, HBV, and EBV-related diseases, with opportunities to collaborate broadly and develop innovative therapies.