Postdoctoral Research Associate in Chemical Biology

University of Oxford; England; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious UK university is seeking two Postdoctoral Research Associates in Chemical Biology. The positions will involve research on reactive metabolite signalling pathways using cultured cells and zebrafish. Applicants must have a PhD or be close to completion in a relevant field and should possess experience in interdisciplinary research. This role offers competitive salary within a renowned research environment.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Biology, or related field.
• Experience in interdisciplinary research.
• Ability to manage own research and administrative activities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on reactive metabolite signalling pathways.
• Utilize cultured cells and vertebrate models in studies.
• Manage small-scale research projects to meet deadlines.

Skills

Interdisciplinary research

Small-molecule chemistry

Biochemistry

Cell-based studies

Model organisms

Education

PhD in Chemistry or Chemical Biology

Job description

About the role

Applications are invited for two Postdoctoral Research Associate positions in Chemical Biology to work under the supervision of Professor Yimon Aye for a period of up to 24 months. The project involves the use of cultured cells and vertebrate animals, particularly zebrafish, to understand reactive metabolite signalling pathways relevant to specific disease states. This position is funded by ERC.

Find out more about the Aye research group at:

https://www.chem.ox.ac.uk/people/yimon-aye

About you

Applicants must hold a PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Biology, or a relevant subject area (or be close to completion) prior to starting. The role requires experience in interdisciplinary research, including small-molecule chemistry, biochemistry, cell-based studies, and model organisms.

You will be expected to manage your own research and administrative activities, including small-scale project management to meet deadlines.

The post is based in the Department of Chemistry, at the Chemistry Research Laboratory, 12 Mansfield Road, Oxford, OX1 3TA, and Rodney Porter Building, Sibthorp Road, off South Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3QU. The position is available as soon as possible.

Application Process

Applications must be submitted online, including a supporting statement and CV. In your supporting statement, please explain how you meet each of the selection criteria outlined in the job description.

Certificates, references, and research papers are not required at this stage.

The closing date for applications is 12.00 midday, Friday, 18 July 2025 (UK time). Interviews will be scheduled shortly thereafter.

The University of Oxford and the Department of Chemistry are Silver Athena SWAN holders. We particularly welcome applications from women and black and ethnic minority candidates, who are underrepresented in Chemistry research posts at Oxford.

Contact Information

Contact Person: Anna Giorgi

Vacancy ID: 180293

Contact Phone: N/A

Closing Date & Time: 12-Sep-2025 12:00

Pay Scale: RESEARCH GRADE 7

Contact Email: [e-mail]

Salary (£): Grade 7: £38,674 - £46,913 per annum (inclusive of Oxford University Weighting)