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Job Description _________________________________________________________________________ DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY Job title Research Assistant in Bioanalytical Chemistry Division Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences Department Department of Chemistry Location Chemistry Research Laboratory, 12 Mansfield Road, Oxford, OXl 3TA Grade and salary Grade 6: £32,332 to £38,205 per annum Hours Full time (37.5 hours per week) Contract type Fixed-term (2 years in the first instance with a possible extension) Reporting to Professor James McCullagh (Director of the Mass Spectrometry Research Facility & Group Leader) Vacancy reference 167208 Research topic Multiple research projects Principal Investigator/ supervisor Professor James McCullagh Project team McCullagh Research Group Project web site https://www.chem.ox.ac.uk/people/james-mccullagh Funding partner CRUK, BBSRC and The Gates Foundation Overview of the role We are seeking to appoint a Research Assistant in Bioanalytical Chemistry to work in Professor James McCullagh's Group in the Department of Chemistry. The role will involve working with multiple metabolomics and bioanalytical chemistry projects and involve the preparation of samples, automated sample analysis (by LC-MS and GC-FID), data processing, database curation and creating figures and tables for presentations and publications. The role will involve working on projects funded by CRUK, BBSRC and the Gates Foundation. The role will involve working with experienced post-doctoral researchers and closely liaising with colleagues in o the r de partm e nts inc luding Department of Biochemistry and the Nuffield Department of Medicine. Training will be provided in all aspects of the role and the successful candidate will develop skills in project management, s a m p l e p r e p a r a t i o n , data analysis and presentation of data within a cross-disciplinary research context. Responsibilities 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Assist the group to conduct research projects and ensure milestones are met, in particular involving samples preparation, analysis, data processing and administration. Organise, maintain and validate s a m p l e p r e p a r a t i o n methods. Develop and perform comprehensive assays, preparing sample for mass spectrometry analysis including MALDI target plates and LC-MS samples. Setup sequences and run mass spectrometry analyses (MALDI-MS and LC-MS). Prepare written and verbal reports summarising results and word done Manage research and administrative activities and responsibilities for a number of projects simultaneously and plan timelines to meet deadlines. Maintain stocks or essential items, maintain laboratory equipment and databases, and order laboratory items as required. Contribute to scientific reports and journal articles and the presentation of data and research. Coordinate with group members to ensure the smooth running of the Research Facility. Undertake administration, note-taking and other duties, appropriate to the job grade, as required. Selection criteria Essential selection criteria 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Hold an undergraduate degree in chemistry, biochemistry or a related analytical field and have gained generic laboratory skills such as pipetting, solvent preparation and weighing chemicals. Previous experience working in an analytical lab involving sample preparation and analysis. Be proactive, conscientious, enjoy planning your work and contributing to multiple projects. Have good attention to detail and have the ability to set your own daily agenda. Be able to keep detailed laboratory records and report on progress at regular intervals. Have good verbal and written communications skills including strong interpersonal skills to work efficiently with others. Work supportively in a laboratory environment, exchange information and help coworkers. Be computer literate and highly organised with methodical working practices. Desirable selection criteria 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Experience in the operation of mass spectrometry systems including those coupled to separation systems such as LC-MS and/or MALDI-MS. Experience of GC-FID, Chromatography. Have been involved in metabolomics projects previously. Have experience of processing m ass spectrometry data. Have experience of statistical analysis of mass spectrometry data. Have Tissue culture experience. Job Description – Research Assistant in J McCullagh group 2 Hazard-specific / Safety-critical duties This job includes hazards or safety-critical activities. If you are offered the post, you will be asked to complete a health questionnaire which will be assessed by our Occupational Health Service, and the offer of employment will be subject a successful outcome of this assessment. 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The Department of Chemistry is seeking to appoint a Research Assistant in Professor James McCullagh's Group in the Department of Chemistry. The role will focus on multiple bioanalytical and metabolomics projects and involve sample preparation and processing, automated sample analysis (by LC-MS and GC- FID), data processing, database curation and creating figures and tables for presentations and publications. It will involve research projects with a range of collaborators funded by CRUK, BBSRC and the Gates Foundation. The successful candidate will work with experienced post-doctoral researchers, closely liaising with colleagues in other departments including Department of Biochemistry and the Nuffield Department of Medicine. Training will be provided in all aspects of the role and the candidate will develop skills and experience in research project management, sample preparation, data analysis and presentation of data within a cross-disciplinary research context. Responsibilities will include assisting the group to conduct research experiments, developing and performing comprehensive assays, preparing samples for mass spectrometry analysis, analysing samples and data and providing routine maintenance, laboratory and administrative support. The successful candidate will hold an undergraduate degree in chemistry, biochemistry or a related analytical field, including having had experience of generic laboratory skills such as pipetting, solvent preparation and weighing chemicals. They will ideally have previous experience working in a mass spectrometry or similar analytical lab involving sample analysis. Experience of metabolomics applications would also be useful. The successful candidate will have good communication skills, strong attention to detail, be highly organised and collaborative and demonstrate an ability to work efficiently and supportively in a laboratory environment. Applications for the vacancy are to be made online. You will be required to upload a supporting statement as part of your application. This is a full-time position based in the Chemistry Research Laboratory, Mansfield Road, Oxford. This is a fixed term position for 2 years in the first instance but with the potential for extension. The vacancy will close at midday on **Monday,** **16th October 2023**. Interviews will be held shortly after the closing date. The Department of Chemistry is committed to equality and valuing diversity and welcomes applications from minority groups. The University of Oxford and the Department of Chemistry are Silver Athena SWAN award holders.
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The Department of Chemistry is seeking to appoint a Research Assistant in Professor James McCullagh's Group in the Department of Chemistry. The role will focus on multiple bioanalytical and metabolomics projects and involve sample preparation and processing, automated sample analysis (by LC-MS and GC-FID), data processing, database curation and creating figures and tables for presentations and publications. It will involve research projects with a range of collaborators funded by CRUK, BBSRC and the Gates Foundation. The successful candidate will work with experienced post-doctoral researchers, closely liaising with colleagues in other departments including Department of Biochemistry and the Nuffield Department of Medicine. Training will be provided in all aspects of the role and the candidate will develop skills and experience in research project management, sample preparation, data analysis and presentation of data within a cross-disciplinary research context. Responsibilities will include assisting the group to conduct research experiments, developing and performing comprehensive assays, preparing samples for mass spectrometry analysis, analysing samples and data and providing routine maintenance, laboratory and administrative support. The successful candidate will hold an undergraduate degree in chemistry, biochemistry or a related analytical field, including having had experience of generic laboratory skills such as pipetting, solvent preparation and weighing chemicals. They will ideally have previous experience working in a mass spectrometry or similar analytical lab involving sample analysis. Experience of metabolomics applications would also be useful. The successful candidate will have good communication skills, strong attention to detail, be highly organised and collaborative and demonstrate an ability to work efficiently and supportively in a laboratory environment. Applications for the vacancy are to be made online. You will be required to upload a supporting statement as part of your application. This is a full-time position based in the Chemistry Research Laboratory, Mansfield Road, Oxford. This is a fixed term position for 2 years in the first instance but with the potential for extension. The vacancy will close at midday on Monday, 16th October 2023. Interviews will be held shortly after the closing date. The Department of Chemistry is committed to equality and valuing diversity and welcomes applications from minority groups. The University of Oxford and the Department of Chemistry are Silver Athena SWAN award holders.