Research Assistant

**About the role**





We have an exciting opportunity for a Research Assistant to join the Parkes
group (under Professor Eileen Parkes) in the Department of Oncology.



The post holder will support studies of the tumour microenvironment using in
vivo and in vitro techniques. You will work within the group supporting
projects on the tumour microenvironment, with their own project on tumor-
immune co-evolution



You will be experienced using application of immunologically relevant
techniques including co-culture assays and FACS. The applicant will also be
familiar with cell culture and molecular biology techniques including PCR,
western blotting and ELISA. Experience in complex bioinformatic analyses is
welcome, including use of R, analysis of RNAseq data and familiarity with
single cell RNAseq processing techniques.





This role is offered on a full-time basis and is fixed-term for 1 year in the
first instance.





**About you**





You will hold a BSc degree along with relevant experience, demonstrating
expertise in in vitro techniques such as cell culture, co-culture, FACS, and
digital pathology. Your bioinformatics skills, particularly in using R for
genomic and/or transcriptomic data analysis, will set you apart. Possessing
sufficient specialist knowledge in your discipline, you'll seamlessly
contribute to established research programs. Your ability to independently
manage research and administrative activities, coupled with excellent
communication skills for writing, presenting, and representing the research
group, is essential. Your experience in adapting protocols and selecting
appropriate experimental methodologies completes the profile we're looking
for.





**Application process**





If you would like to discuss this role please contact Prof Eileen Parkes at
eileen.parkes@oncology.ox.ac.uk





You will be required to upload a supporting statement (setting out how you
meet the selection criteria), a curriculum vitae and the names and contact
details of two referees as part of your online application.





Only applications received before noon 18 December 2023 can be considered.





**Committed to equality and valuing diversity**