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Research Assistant
1 month ago
The Oxford Vaccine Group (OVG) are seeking an enthusiastic and driven Research Assistant to join the Enteric Pathogen Research team. Would you like a role which involves testing new vaccines in the context of Human Challenge Models of Infection? Are you looking for a technical role with the opportunity to develop skills in Containment Level 3 or to gain extensive laboratory experience before undertaking a PhD?
Why not consider a Research Assistant role at the Oxford Vaccine Group? OVG conducts world-leading research into new vaccines and optimising existing vaccines for children and adults. Our research has recently led to the much-anticipated introduction of a ChAdOx-vectored vaccine against SARS-CoV2, a Meningitis B vaccine for babies into the UK vaccination schedule and the introduction of a new vaccine against Typhoid Fever in a number of countries globally. The group also focuses on other emerging pathogens and on global health in general.
The role is essential to deliverance of research projects involving new vaccine development against bacterial and viral infections, and including human challenge models of infection. You will support the research of Post Doctoral Scientists, whilst obtaining training in working to Good Clinical and Laboratory Practice standards, HTA guidelines and MHRA regulations.
You will use a large variety of techniques from molecular biology and cell biology, to pre-clinical vaccine evaluation, immunological assays and handling and analysis of blood samples from clinical studies. Training will be provided but previous experience in preclinical work and immunology techniques such as ELISA, ELISpot and flow cytometry is expected. You will also participate in developing and establishing methodologies that will be used in Containment Level 3, working on Human Challenge Models of Infection.
The ideal candidate would be able to work autonomously as well as part of a team, be proactive, participate in meetings and have excellent communication and organisational skills and attention to detail. Applicants should have a keen interest in research and be dedicated to the team's output.
Informal enquiries may be addressed to Elizabeth Clutterbuck using the contact details below.
You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Click here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement.
Only online applications received before 12.00 midday on 5th August 2024 will be considered. Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.
£32,332 to £38,205 pa, with a discretionary range to £41,732 pa
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