Job Description

A postdoctoral position is available in Prof. Ivan Ahel's group based in the Sir William Dunn School of Pathology, University of Oxford to study the interplay of ADP-ribosylation and ubiquitylation signalling in regulation of immunity and genome stability.

The post-holder will be responsible for managing own academic research, adapting existing and developing new scientific techniques and experimental protocols. You will work with limited supervision to design and accurately execute experiments to achieve the goals of the project.

Applicants should hold, or be close to completion of, PhD/DPhil in Biology or a related subject. You should have a high level of competence in cell biology and relevant experience demonstrated by first author publications in high-profile journals. The ideal candidate should be organised, highly motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team.

Informal inquiries about the position can be sent to Prof. Ivan Ahel via email: ivan.ahel@path.ox.ac.uk .

This is a fixed-term appointment available for 2 years with a possibility of extension. If you are interested in this role, and have the skills and experience we are looking for, please apply online. You will be required to upload a CV and supporting statement as part of your online application.

The closing date for applications is 12.00 midday on Friday 4 July 2025. Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.

At the Dunn School we are committed to supporting the professional and career development of our postdocs and research staff. To help them thrive and achieve their ambitions, we have created a comprehensive range of opportunities and initiatives designed to provide an exceptional launchpad for their future careers.