Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Immuno-Oncology

<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p></p><div>We are seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Immuno-Oncology, to work on a project to identify the antigen processing pathway for virus peptides presented by the non-classical HLA-E molecule to T cell receptors. Based at the Nuffield Department of Medicine, Old Road Campus, you will join the group of Professor Andrew McMichael, investigating the use CRISPR-Cas9 screening to identify the key elements of this antigen processing pathway.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>You will be responsible for managing your own academic research and administrative activities. This involves small scale project management, to co-ordinate multiple aspects of work to meet deadlines. You will be able to work independently in a laboratory setting, and test hypotheses and analyse scientific data from a variety of sources, reviewing and refining working hypotheses as appropriate. You will be responsible for presenting, analysing and discussing data and ideas at regular meetings with supervisors, and keeping detailed record keeping and data analysis.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>It is essential that you hold a PhD/DPhil (or close to completion) in molecular and cellular immunology, and have experience and knowledge of T cell immunology, antigen processing and T cell receptors. You will have experience in basic molecular biology techniques, and cell biology techniques including RUSH (retention using selective hooks) and CRISPR-Cas9 technology. You will have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and you will have experience in decision-making, problem-solving, planning, and prioritising. Previous experience in CL3 is highly desirable.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>Applications for this vacancy are to be made online and you will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your online application. Your supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>This position is offered full time on a fixed term contract for 12 months and is funded by CAMS Oxford Institute.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>Only applications received before 12 midday on 16 October 2023 will be considered. Please quote&#160;<strong>167491</strong> on all correspondence.</div> </div>