Laboratory Research Assistant
Applications for this vacancy closed on 17 January 2025 at 12:00PM
**About the role**
The Oxford Vaccine Group (OVG) are seeking an enthusiastic and driven
Laboratory Research Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team
at the forefront of vaccine research, targeting a variety of priority
pathogens with epidemic and pandemic potential.
OVG conducts world-leading research into new vaccines and optimising existing
vaccines for children and adults. Our research has recently led to the global
rollout of a ChAdOx-vectored vaccine against SARS-CoV2 which has saved
millions of lives. Recently, a Marburg vaccine developed by the group was
selected by the World Health Organisation and other stakeholders for inclusion
in efficacy trials during the 2023 outbreak. There are also ongoing Phase 1
clinical trials for vaccines against Lassa fever. This role is essential to
deliverance of research projects involving new vaccines against emerging
pathogens, across clinical and preclinical studies. You will support the
research of Post-Doctoral Scientists, whilst obtaining training in working to
Good Clinical and Laboratory Practice standards, HTA guidelines and MHRA
regulations.
You will use a variety of techniques from molecular biology and cell biology
to evaluate vaccine candidates pre-clinically. This will include the
processing blood samples prior to immunological analysis. Training will be
provided but previous experience in preclinical work and immunological
techniques such as ELISA, ELISpot and flow cytometry is desirable. The role
may also involve animal work and Personal Licence Training (PIL) will be
provided. You will also participate in developing and establishing
methodologies that will be used in pre-clinical to clinical vaccine
evaluation.
This position is offered full-time on a fixed-term contract initially until 20
January 2026 with the possibility to extend provided further external funding
is available.
This is a readvertisement of vacancy 174776. Previous applicants need not
reapply.
**About the department**
The Department of Paediatrics holds the Athena Swan Gold award (a national
gender equality charter) acknowledging the innovative policies and practices
developed across the Department.
We encourage staff to develop their skills by offering all staff ten paid days
of professional development (pro rata) each year and have a policy where staff
can apply to receive funding for further training courses to support their
professional development. For staff on work visas, we also offer financial
assistance towards visa renewal fees.
Please visit our website to find out more about the Department.
**About you**
You will be able to work autonomously as well as part of a team, be proactive,
participate in meetings and have excellent communication, organisational
skills and attention to detail. You will have a keen interest in research and
be dedicated to the team’s output.
**Application Process**
You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your
online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and
should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria
listed in the job description. Click here for information and advice on
writing an effective Supporting Statement.
To discuss the post in more detail, please contact Professor Teresa Lambe
(Professor of Vaccinology & Immunology, Calleva Head of Vaccine Immunology)
using the contact details below.
**Only applications received before 12.00 midday on 17 January 2025 will be
considered.** **Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.**
**
**Please note that response times may be delayed due to the University's
Christmas and New Year closure period. We endeavour to respond to queries as
soon as possible.**
**
The Department of Paediatrics offers an Interview Expense Reimbursement Policy
in its efforts towards equality, diversity and inclusion. Should you be
invited to interview, we will share further information about the policy at
that stage.
The Oxford Vaccine Group (OVG) are seeking an enthusiastic and driven
Laboratory Research Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team
at the forefront of vaccine research, targeting a variety of priority
pathogens with epidemic and pandemic potential.
OVG conducts world-leading research into new vaccines and optimising existing
vaccines for children and adults. Our research has recently led to the global
rollout of a ChAdOx-vectored vaccine against SARS-CoV2 which has saved
millions of lives. Recently, a Marburg vaccine developed by the group was
selected by the World Health Organisation and other stakeholders for inclusion
in efficacy trials during the 2023 outbreak. There are also ongoing Phase 1
clinical trials for vaccines against Lassa fever. This role is essential to
deliverance of research projects involving new vaccines against emerging
pathogens, across clinical and preclinical studies. You will support the
research of Post-Doctoral Scientists, whilst obtaining training in working to
Good Clinical and Laboratory Practice standards, HTA guidelines and MHRA
regulations.
You will use a variety of techniques from molecular biology and cell biology
to evaluate vaccine candidates pre-clinically. This will include the
processing blood samples prior to immunological analysis. Training will be
provided but previous experience in preclinical work and immunological
techniques such as ELISA, ELISpot and flow cytometry is desirable. The role
may also involve animal work and Personal Licence Training (PIL) will be
provided. You will also participate in developing and establishing
methodologies that will be used in pre-clinical to clinical vaccine
evaluation.
This position is offered full-time on a fixed-term contract initially until 20
January 2026 with the possibility to extend provided further external funding
is available.
This is a readvertisement of vacancy 174776. Previous applicants need not
reapply.
**About the department**
The Department of Paediatrics holds the Athena Swan Gold award (a national
gender equality charter) acknowledging the innovative policies and practices
developed across the Department.
We encourage staff to develop their skills by offering all staff ten paid days
of professional development (pro rata) each year and have a policy where staff
can apply to receive funding for further training courses to support their
professional development. For staff on work visas, we also offer financial
assistance towards visa renewal fees.
Please visit our website to find out more about the Department.
**About you**
You will be able to work autonomously as well as part of a team, be proactive,
participate in meetings and have excellent communication, organisational
skills and attention to detail. You will have a keen interest in research and
be dedicated to the team’s output.
**Application Process**
You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your
online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and
should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria
listed in the job description. Click here for information and advice on
writing an effective Supporting Statement.
To discuss the post in more detail, please contact Professor Teresa Lambe
(Professor of Vaccinology & Immunology, Calleva Head of Vaccine Immunology)
using the contact details below.
**Only applications received before 12.00 midday on 17 January 2025 will be
considered.** **Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.**
**
**Please note that response times may be delayed due to the University's
Christmas and New Year closure period. We endeavour to respond to queries as
soon as possible.**
**
The Department of Paediatrics offers an Interview Expense Reimbursement Policy
in its efforts towards equality, diversity and inclusion. Should you be
invited to interview, we will share further information about the policy at
that stage.
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**About the role**
The Oxford Vaccine Group (OVG) are seeking an enthusiastic and driven Laboratory Research Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team at the forefront of vaccine research, targeting a variety of priority pathogens with epidemic and pandemic potential. OVG conducts world-leading research into new vaccines and optimising existing vaccines for children and adults. Our research has recently led to the global rollout of a ChAdOx-vectored vaccine against SARS-CoV2 which has saved millions of lives. Recently, a Marburg vaccine developed by the group was selected by the World Health Organisation and other stakeholders for inclusion in ... About the role The Oxford Vaccine Group (OVG) are seeking an enthusiastic and driven Laboratory Research Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team at the forefront of vaccine research, targeting a variety of priority pathogens with epidemic and pandemic potential. OVG conducts world-leading research into new vaccines and optimising existing vaccines for children and adults. Our research has recently led to the global rollout of a ChAdOx-vectored vaccine against SARS-CoV2 which has saved millions of lives. Recently, a Marburg vaccine developed by the group was selected by the World Health Organisation and other stakeholders for inclusion ... |
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