Job Description

About the Role

The Nuffield Department of Clinical Medicine is seeking to appoint a Researcher in Genomics of Infections to join Dr Azim Ansari's group, based in the Peter Medawar Building for Pathogen Research. This Wellcome Trust-funded position will focus on understanding how host and pathogen genetics interact to influence disease outcomes, with a particular emphasis on hepatitis D virus, alongside other major global pathogens including hepatitis B and C viruses, HIV, SARS-CoV-2 and Dengue.

The postholder will be responsible for designing and optimising sequencing approaches, leading data generation and analysis, and contributing to the development of novel methodologies. In addition, they will support the wider activities of the research group by mentoring junior colleagues, liaising with collaborators, and contributing to publications and grant proposals. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research at the interface of genomics, virology and translational medicine within a leading international research environment.

About You

To be considered for this position you should;
Hold a relevant PhD (or close to completion) or MSc level in a relevant discipline (e.g. molecular biology, genetics, virology) with substantial relevant laboratory experience.

Strong experience in molecular biology techniques, including nucleic acid extraction, nucleic acid sequencing (NGS and Sanger), PCR/qPCR, and ELISA.

Demonstrated ability to design, optimise, and troubleshoot molecular assays, including experimental planning, hypothesis testing, and refinement of protocols.

Excellent communication skills, with experience presenting results, liaising with collaborators, and contributing to scientific reports or manuscripts.

About the Nuffield Department of Clinical Medicine

The Nuffield Department of Clinical Medicine (NDM) is one of the largest departments of the University of Oxford and is part of the Medical Sciences Division, with responsibility for a significant part of the teaching of clinical students within the Medical School.

Benefits of working

University employees enjoy 38 days' paid holiday, generous pension schemes, travel discounts, and a variety of professional development opportunities. Our range of other employee benefits and discounts also includes free entry to the Botanic Gardens and University colleges, and discounts at University museums. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits

Application Process

This position is fixed term until 30/12/2026

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online. You will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your online application.

Only applications received before 12:00 midday on Thursday 09/10/2025 will be considered.