Postdoc, Epitranscriptomics: Cancer RNA Diagnostics

Economics Network; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Economics Network is seeking two Postdoctoral Research Scientists in Epitranscriptomics to join Dr Chunxiao Song’s team at the Target Discovery Institute, Nuffield Department of Medicine in Oxford. You will lead projects on pseudouridine biology and its clinical applications in cancer diagnostics using RNA sequencing.

The role requires a PhD in a related field, strong molecular biology skills, and a track record of scientific publications.

Qualifications

• Essential PhD in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Chemistry or related field.
• Strong practical skills in molecular biology, biochemistry or cell biology.
• Experience with scientific publications and presenting data.
• Ability to independently manage and lead research projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage research projects in epitranscriptomics.
• Develop and adapt experimental techniques; test hypotheses.
• Prepare scientific reports and journal articles; present findings.
• Collaborate with researchers and partner institutions.

Skills

Molecular biology

Biochemistry

Cell biology

RNA biology

Epitranscriptomics

Project leadership

Scientific publications

Communication skills

Bioinformatics

Next-generation sequencing

Education

PhD in Molecular Biology or related field

Tools

Next-generation sequencing

Bioinformatics data analysis

Job description

Economics Network is seeking two Postdoctoral Research Scientists in Epitranscriptomics to join Dr Chunxiao Song’s team at the Target Discovery Institute, Nuffield Department of Medicine in Oxford. You will lead projects on pseudouridine biology and its clinical applications in cancer diagnostics using RNA sequencing.

The role requires a PhD in a related field, strong molecular biology skills, and a track record of scientific publications.