Postdoctoral Research Associate in Chemistry

University of Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious research institution in Oxford seeks a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Chemistry to enhance mass measurement techniques for biomolecules. This role offers an opportunity to work on advanced optical technologies, contributing to significant research projects in life sciences. A PhD in Chemistry or related field is required, alongside relevant technical expertise.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry or relevant subject area, or close to completion required.
• Ability to manage academic research and administrative activities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a dynamic team on advanced mass measurement techniques.
• Further develop mass photometry and interferometric scattering applications.

Skills

Optical microscopy

Single molecule imaging

Computational imaging

Data analysis

Education

PhD in Chemistry or relevant field

Job description

Overview

Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Chemistry to work under the supervision of Professor Philipp Kukura for a period of up to one year. The project aims to push the limits of label-free mass measurement of biomolecules in solution by integrating advanced optical techniques with state-of-the-art data analysis. Building on recent developments in mass photometry and interferometric scattering microscopy, we will explore novel illumination and detection strategies to enhance signal-to-noise ratios and improve the accuracy and precision for molecular quantification.

Your Role

As a postdoc on this project, you will be part of a dynamic team working at the intersection of computational biology, molecular biophysics, and cutting-edge analytical technologies. Your expertise in optical microscopy, single molecule imaging, computational imaging and data analysis will help us further develop mass photometry and interferometric scattering into an even more powerful tool in all areas of life sciences.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Applicants for this position must hold a PhD in Chemistry or relevant subject area, (or be close to completion) prior to taking up the appointment.
• You will be expected to manage your own academic research and administrative activities. This involves small scale project management, to co-ordinate multiple aspects of work to meet deadlines.

Application process

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online, and you will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your application. Your supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience.

Certificates, references and research papers should not be provided at this stage.

To apply for this role and for further details, including a job description and selection criteria, please click on the link below.

Department of Chemistry, Kavli Institute for Nanoscience Discovery/Dorothy Crowfoot Hodgkin Building, New Biochemistry Building, South Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3QU