Postdoctoral Research Scientist

4 weeks ago


Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom University of Oxford Full time

We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher

to join Prof Molly Stevens's lab at the Kavli Institute for Nanoscience Discovery. The ideal candidate will be a confident self-starter, a collaborative team player, and demonstrate a proven track record of first-author publications in peer-reviewed journals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop Single Particle Automated Raman Trapping Analysis (SPARTA) as a non-invasive disease diagnostic technique based on EVs as biomarkers.
  • Develop a deep understanding of EV biochemistry, Raman fingerprints and surface protein expression.
  • Evaluate the performance of the technique with model systems and patient samples.
  • Undertake the associated data analysis and interpretation, ensuring validity and reliability of data at all times, including either developing or liaising with others to use chemometrics, ML/AI algorithms and/or multivariate analysis.
  • Manage your own research activities, including administrative tasks associated with the project.
  • Actively participate in the multidisciplinary environment of the Stevens Group and collaborate with external research groups.

Selection Criteria:

  • Hold, or be near to completion of, a PhD/DPhil in materials science, chemistry, physics, nanotechnology, or related field.
  • Experience in single nanoparticle analysis techniques (e.g. SPARTA, nanoflow cytometry, imaging flow cytometry, super resolution microscopy, NTA)
  • Experience in extracellular vesicle harvesting techniques (e.g. cell culture, antibody conjugation)
  • Experience in chemometric data analysis including multivariate analysis.
  • Proven track record of first-author publications in peer-reviewed journals.
  • Ability to work independently and manage your own research and administrative tasks.
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

What We Offer:

  • An excellent contributory pension scheme
  • 38 days annual leave
  • A comprehensive range of childcare services
  • Family leave schemes
  • Cycle and electric car loan schemes
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
  • Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans

While this is a full-time role, we welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.



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