Job Description

A one-year Research Assistant position is available in Prof Ivan Ahel's group based in the Sir William Dunn School of Pathology, University of Oxford to study ADP-ribosylation signalling in DNA damage and immunity responses.

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 will be educated to degree level or have equivalent professional experience in biology or a related subject. You should have a competence in cell biology and basic molecular biology techniques. 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 1 year. 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 20th June 2025. Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.

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