Laboratory Research Assistant

2 weeks ago


Oxford, United Kingdom University of Oxford Full time

**About the role**

We have an exciting opportunity to join the Oxford Vaccine Group in the Department of Paediatrics as our Laboratory Research Assistant.

The role is essential to deliverance of research projects on human immunity against bacterial and viral infections using human challenge models. 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, immunological assays and handling and analysis of blood and mucosal samples from clinical studies. Training will be provided but previous experience in ELISA, ELISpot and transcriptomics is expected. You will also participate in developing and establishing methodologies that will be used in human challenge studies.

You will be working in a growing department within the Medical Sciences Division. The Department of Paediatrics is a world leader in child health research and hosts internationally renowned research programmes in drug development, gastroenterology, haematology, HIV, immunology, neuroimaging, neuromuscular diseases and vaccinology.

This position is offered full-time on a fixed-term contract initially for 3 years with the possibility to extend provided further external funding is available.

This role meets the criteria for a UK Skilled Worker visa.

**About you**

**Application Process**

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Dr Carla Solórzano-Gonzalez using the contact details below.



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