Postdoctoral Research Associate in apicomplexan cytoskeleton biology

University of Oxford; England; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious research institution in the UK is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to study malaria parasite cytoskeleton organization. This full-time, fixed-term role requires a PhD or nearly completed PhD in a relevant field. Ideal candidates will have experience in parasitology or structural biology, along with excellent communication skills. The position is funded for up to 3 years, offering competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Excellent pension scheme

38 days annual leave

Comprehensive childcare services

Qualifications

• You should hold a PhD/DPhil or be close to completion.
• Proven record of applying specialist knowledge.
• Interest in interdisciplinary research.

Responsibilities

• Study how the malaria parasite cytoskeleton organises the cell.
• Collaborate with team and other scientists.
• Present research and write for publication.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge in parasitology

Experience in structural biology

Ability to manage academic research

Education

PhD/DPhil in relevant field

Job description

Pay Scale: STANDARD RESEARCH GRADE 7

Salary (£): £41,997 - £46,913 per annum

Location: Department of Biochemistry, South Parks Road, Oxford

Contract type: Fixed Term Contract for up to 3 years

Hours: Full Time (37.5 hours per week)

About the role

The Lau Lab is seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join us, to study how the malaria parasite cytoskeleton organises the cell. Our research projects require a creative, multidisciplinary approach, and as such provide opportunities across parasitology, structural biology, biochemistry and cell biology including single molecule fluorescence microscopy, CRISPR/Cas9 and cryo electron microscopy.

You will join our enthusiastic lab in the Department of Biochemistry. We aim to upskill all our members and work together to answer important biological questions about how cytoskeletal proteins are used by disease-relevant organisms. We have access to excellent facilities such as the Central Oxford Structural and Molecular Imaging centre (COSMIC), as well as the Micron imaging facility.

This full-time fixed-term post is funded by the Wellcome Trust for up to 3 years in the first instance. The actual starting salary offered will be based on qualifications and relevant skills acquired and will also be determined by the funding available.

About you

You should hold a PhD/DPhil, or be close to completion, of a relevant PhD/DPhil with a proven record of being able to learn and apply specialist knowledge in parasitology, structural biology, cell biology or molecular biochemistry. You should be interested in an interdisciplinary research project involving cellular organisation and you will be expected you to manage your own academic research, as well as collaborate with our team and other scientists. You should also have excellent communication skills to be able to write for publication, present research and represent the research group at meetings.

If you would like to discuss this role, please email Dr. Clinton Lau at [e-mail]

What We Offer

Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:

• An excellent contributory pension scheme

• 38 days annual leave

• A comprehensive range of childcare services

• Family leave schemes

• Cycle loan scheme

• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs

• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans

The University also runs an enormous amount of social groups and sports clubs for those looking for more than just a great place to work.

Application Process

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online via www.recruit.ox.ac.uk and Vacancy ID 181016. You will be required to upload your curriculum vitae and a supporting statement, setting out how you meet the selection criteria for the post, using examples of your skills and experience. Click here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement. As part of your application, you will be asked to provide details of two referees and indicate whether we can contact them now.

For further details, please refer to the How to apply section of the job description. Any further enquires may be directed to [e-mail] .

The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Monday 8th September 2025. Only applications received before this time can be considered. Interviews for shortlisted candidates to be held on as soon as possible thereafter.

Committed to equality and valuing diversity

Contact Person :

HR Officer

Vacancy ID :

181016

Contact Phone :

Closing Date & Time :

08-Sep-2025 12:00

Pay Scale :

RESEARCH GRADE 7

Contact Email :

[e-mail]

Salary (£) :

38674 - 46913