Postdoctoral Scientist - Immunology

**This is a re advert previous candidates need not apply**





**About the Role**





We are seeking an ambitious Postdoctoral Research Scientist to join the B Cell
Biology Group (Bannard Lab) at the MRC Weatherall Institute of Molecular
Medicine (WIMM). The driving goal of our laboratory is to understand the
mechanisms responsible for antibody affinity maturation in germinal centers,
and to learn how humoral immunological memory is established during infection
and after immunisation. We are particularly interested in clonal selection and
B cell fate decisions – the key processes that shape immunity. To this end, we
employ various _in vivo_ models to track and monitor cell differentiation _in
situ_ and to uncover the events and cues shepherding B cell behaviour. For
further details, please see the lab website and recent publications;
https://www.imm.ox.ac.uk/research/units-and-centres/mrc-human-immunology-
unit/research-groups/bannard-group-b-cell-immunology.





The MRC HIU in the MRC WIMM at The University of Oxford provides the perfect
research environment. We have access to world-class facilities, including the
Wolfson imaging suite (2-photon, confocal, super-resolution), the genome
targeting facility, and the single cell genomics core, etc. We are part of a
vibrant immunology community that regularly meets to discuss ongoing research
projects.





Informal enquiries are welcome and can be made to Oliver Bannard
(oliver.bannard@ndm.ox.ac.uk).



This is a full-time appointment until 31/12/2025 initially, with the
possibility of extending.





**About You**





Suitable candidates should have a strong track record, be highly driven and
creative, and have a true passion for researching and understanding
immunology. To be considered for this position you should have a PhD in
immunology or in a related subject. The successful candidate will join a small
group of friendly and supportive scientists.





**About the Nuffield Department of Clinical Medicine**



The Nuffield Department of Clinical Medicine (NDM) is one of the largest
departments of the University of Oxford and is part of the Medical Sciences
Division, with responsibility for a significant part of the teaching of
clinical students within the Medical School.





**What We Offer**





• Flexible working



• An excellent contributory pension scheme



• 38 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays)



• A comprehensive range of childcare services



• Family leave schemes



• Cycle loan scheme



• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans





**Application process**





Applications for this vacancy should be made online and you will be required
to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your application. The
supporting statement should detail why you are interested in this research
area/post and must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria using
examples of your skills and experience.





Only online applications received before midday (UK time) on Monday 13th
November 2023 can be considered.



You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement, CV and
the details of two referees as part of your online application.