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The Department of Earth Sciences, University of Oxford, seeks to appoint a full-time Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Genomics of Microbial Biomineralization. The post holder will report to Prof. Julie Cosmidis, Principal Investigator on the ERC project BIOFACTS. The post holder will develop and implement forward genetics methods to uncover the genomic controls of microbial biomineralization. The post holder will join a research group working on diverse geomicrobiological processes, and will be part of an ERC-funded team focusing on deciphering the molecular mechanisms of microbial biomineralization using Raman-based screening approaches. They will also have the opportunity to interact and develop collaborations with a wider range of academics working in related field such as geomicrobiology, mineralogy, and molecular biology in Earth Sciences and at Oxford. They will provide guidance to less experienced members of the research group including DPhil and Master students, while also having responsibilities to manage laboratory tasks. The research will be carried out in the Geomicrobiology lab and will take advantage of the new high-throughput Raman facility in the Department of Earth Sciences at Oxford. **About you** You will hold or be close to the completion of, a relevant PhD/DPhil together with relevant experience. You will have research experience in microbiology, molecular biology, genomics, bioinformatics, and/or microbial biomineralization. You will possess sufficient specialist knowledge in the discipline to work within established research programmes. You will be able to work independently and you must have the ability to manage your own academic research and associated activities. You will have excellent communication skills including a track record of contributing to publications and presentations and an ability to contribute ideas for new research projects. Experience in independently managing a discrete area of a research project, supervising PhD or Masters students, mutagenesis and forward genetics techniques as well as experience with Raman Spectro microscopy would be desirable but not essential. For full details, please see the job description. The deadline for applications is midday 17 March 2025. Interviews will be held on 03 April 2025. You will be required to upload a CV and a Supporting Statement as part of your application. **Please do not attach any manuscripts, papers, transcripts, mark sheets or certificates as these will not be considered as part of your application.** Applications are particularly welcome from women and black and ethnic minority candidates, who are under-represented in research posts in the Department.
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_________________________________________________________________________ Job description and selection criteria Job title Postdoctoral Research Assistant in genomics of microbial biomineralization Division MPLS Department Earth Sciences Location South Parks Road, Oxford Grade and salary Grade 7 Hours Full time Contract type Fixed-term (2 years) Reporting to Prof Julie Cosmidis, Associate Professor of Geobiology Vacancy reference 178115 Additional information Interviews will be held on 03 April 2025 Research topics Microbial biomineralization, forward genetics, comparative genomics Principal Investigator / supervisor Prof. Julie Cosmidis Project team Prof. Julie Cosmidis. Dr. Luca Stigliano Project web site www.cosmidislab.com/research.html Funding partner Recent publications GENRS-10 The funds supporting this research project are provided by the ERC/UKRI guarantee fund Will tomorrow’s mineral materials be grown? Cosmidis, Microbial biotechnology, 2023 https://enviromicrojournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/1751-7915.14298 Job description Overview of the role The Department of Earth Sciences, University of Oxford, seeks to appoint a full-time Postdoctoral Research Assistant in genomics of microbial biomineralization. The post holder will report to Prof. Julie Cosmidis, Principal Investigator on the ERC project BIOFACTS. The post holder will develop and implement forward genetics methods to uncover the genomic controls of microbial biomineralization. The post holder will join a research group working on diverse geomicrobiological processes, and will be part of an ERC-funded team focusing on deciphering the molecular mechanisms of microbial biomineralization using Raman-based screening approaches. They will also have the opportunity to interact and develop collaborations with a wider range of academics working in related field such as geomicrobiology, mineralogy, and molecular biology in Earth Sciences and at Oxford. They will provide guidance to less experienced members of the research group including DPhil and Master students, while also having responsibilities to manage laboratory tasks. The research will be carried out in the Geomicrobiology lab and will take advantage of the new high-throughput Raman facility in the Department of Earth Sciences at Oxford. Hazard-specific / Safety-critical duties This job includes the following hazards or safety-critical activities which will require successful pre-employment health screening through our Occupational Health Service before the successful candidate will be allowed to start work:  Night working (11pm-6am)  Lone Working  Working with Ionising Radiation  Regular manual handling  Working with infectious pathogens (hazard group 2/3) - Hazard Group 3 pathogens  Work with any substance which has any of the following pictograms on their MSDS:  Travel outside of Europe or North America on University Business Responsibilities  Manage own academic research and administrative activities. This involves small scale project management, to co-ordinate multiple aspects of work to meet deadlines  Adapt existing and develop new scientific techniques and experimental protocols  Test hypotheses and analyse scientific data from a variety of sources, reviewing and refining working hypotheses as appropriate  Contribute ideas for new research projects  Develop ideas for generating research income, and present detailed research proposals to senior researchers  Collaborate in the preparation of scientific reports and journal articles and occasionally present papers and posters GENRS-10  Use specialist scientific equipment in a laboratory environment  Act as a source of information and advice to other members of the group on scientific protocols and experimental techniques  Represent the research group at external meetings/seminars, either with other members of the group or alone  Carry out collaborative projects with colleagues in partner institutions, and research groups The successful applicants will have an option to engage in teaching. This may include lectures and small-group teaching of undergraduates and graduate students. There is also scope for the PDRA to supervise Masters projects. Selection criteria Essential  Hold, or be close to completion of, a relevant phD/Dphil, together with relevant experience  Possess sufficient specialist knowledge in the discipline to work within established research programmes  Ability to manage own academic research and associated activities  Previous experience of contributing to publications and presentations  Ability to contribute ideas for new research projects and research income generation  Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write for publication, present research proposals and results, and represent the research group at meetings  Research experience in microbiology, molecular biology, genomics, bioinformatics, and/or microbial biomineralization *please note that ‘close to completion’ means that you must have submitted your PhD thesis at the time an offer is made. Desirable  Experience of independently managing a discrete area of a research project  Experience of actively collaborating in the development of research articles for publication  Experience of supervising PhD or Masters students  Experience with mutagenesis and forward genetics techniques  Experience with Raman spectromicroscopy GENRS-10 About the University of Oxford Welcome to the University of Oxford. We aim to lead the world in research and education for the benefit of society both in the UK and globally. Oxford’s researchers engage with academic, commercial and cultural partners across the world to stimulate high-quality research and enable innovation through a broad range of social, policy and economic impacts. We believe our strengths lie both in empowering individuals and teams to address fundamental questions of global significance, while providing all our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace that enables everyone to develop and do their best work. Recognising that diversity is our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, we aspire to build a truly diverse community which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution. While we have long traditions of scholarship, we are also forward-looking, creative and cutting-edge. Oxford is one of Europe's most entrepreneurial universities. Income from external research contracts in 2016/17 exceeded £564m and we rank first in the UK for university spin-outs, with more than 130 companies created to date. We are also recognised as leaders in support for social enterprise. Join us and you will find a unique, democratic and international community, a great range of staff benefits and access to a vibrant array of cultural activities in the beautiful city of Oxford. For more information please visit www.ox.ac.uk/about/organisation Department of Earth Sciences The Department of Earth Science conducts research across a broad range of disciplines. This work can loosely divided into the following themes:  Geophysics and geodynamics  Planetary evolution and materials  Oceanography, climate and palaeoenvironment  Palaeobiology and evolution  Geodesy, tectonics, volcanology and related hazards  Earth resources The department has a nation and international reputation for research excellence. It ranked highly in the UK for Earth and Environmental Sciences during the 2021 REF exercise (based both on overall grade, or on the fraction of research judged to be 4*). The department presently consists of 28 academics (i.e Associate Professors and Professors) 47 research staff, and 32 support staff. Thirty-five undergraduate students are admitted each year to read for a BA (3 years) or M. Earth Sci. (4 years) in Earth Sciences. The course provides a broad overview of the earth sciences and requires A levels (or equivalent) in maths and either physics or chemistry to enter. It attracts students of a very high calibre with A level grades of AAA* or higher. The final year of the M. Earth Sci. course includes a substantial research project during which students are embedded in department research groups. Between 15 and 20 graduate students join the department every year to study for a D. Phil. They can be admitted directly to the department, or through the cross-University GENRS-10 NERC Doctoral Training Programme (http://www.environmental-research.ox.ac.uk/). in Environmental Research The department is housed in specialist new Earth Sciences building completed in late 2010. The building features a wing with 4 floors of dedicated services laboratories. These contain a wide range of analytical equipment enabling cutting-edge research in a broad range of earth science disciplines. Of these laboratories, 6 are designated as Small Research Facilities (SRFs):  Cleansuite SRF  Electron Microanalysis SRF  Geofacilities SRF  Stable Isotope SRF  Trace Metal Analysis SRF  Workshop SRF Each of these SRFs are run by at least one full time permanent member of staff For more information about the department please visit: www.earth.ox.ac.uk The Department of Earth Sciences holds a Bronze Athena Swan award to recognise advancement of gender equality: representation, progression and success for all. For further information about working at Oxford, please see: www.ox.ac.uk/about_the_university/jobs/research/ http://www.careers.ox.ac.uk MPLS Division The Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences (MPLS) Division is one of the four academic divisions of the University of Oxford. We have over 6,000 students and research staff and generate over half of our funding from external research grants. Oxford is widely recognised as one of the world's leading science universities. In the 2008 UK Research Assessment Exercise, over 70% of research activity in MPLS was judged to be world-leading (4*) or internationally excellent (3*), and Oxford was ranked number 1 in the UK across the mathematical sciences. The MPLS Division's 10 departments and 3 interdisciplinary units span the full spectrum of the mathematical, computational, physical, engineering and life sciences, and undertake both fundamental research and cutting-edge applied work. Our research addresses major societal and technological challenges and is increasingly interdisciplinary in nature. We collaborate closely with colleagues in Oxford across the medical sciences, social sciences, and humanities. Today's scientific research not only crosses traditional subject boundaries, but also transcends national boundaries: MPLS scientists collaborate with researchers from around the world and play leading roles in many international projects. For more information please visit: http://www.mpls.ox.ac.uk/. How to apply Before submitting an application, you may find it helpful to read the ‘Tips on applying for a job at the University of Oxford’ document, at www.ox.ac.uk/about/jobs/supportandtechnical/. GENRS-10 If you would like to apply, click on the Apply Now button on the ‘Job Details’ page and follow the on-screen instructions to register as a new user or log-in if you have applied previously. Please provide details of two referees and indicate whether we can contact them now. You will also be asked to upload a CV and a supporting statement. The supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. This may include experience gained in employment, education, or during career breaks (such as time out to care for dependants). Your application will be judged solely on the basis of how you demonstrate that you meet the selection criteria stated in the job description. Please upload all documents as PDF files with your name and the document type in the filename. Please do not attach any manuscripts, papers, transcripts, mark sheets or certificates as these will not be considered as part of your application. All applications must be received by midday on the closing date stated in the online advertisement. Information for priority candidates A priority candidate is a University employee who is seeking redeployment because they have been advised that they are at risk of redundancy, or on grounds of ill-health/disability. Priority candidates are issued with a redeployment letter by their employing departments. If you are a priority candidate, please ensure that you attach your redeployment letter to your application (or email it to the contact address on the advert if the application form used for the vacancy does not allow attachments) Should you experience any difficulties using the online application system, please email recruitment.support@admin.ox.ac.uk. Further help and support is available from www.ox.ac.uk/about_the_university/jobs/support/. To return to the online application at any stage, please go to: www.recruit.ox.ac.uk. Please note that you will be notified of the progress of your application by automatic emails from our e-recruitment system. Please check your spam/junk mail regularly to ensure that you receive all emails. Important information for candidates Pre-employment screening Please note that the appointment of the successful candidate will be subject to standard preemployment screening, as applicable to the post. This will include right-to-work, proof of identity and references. We advise all applicants to read the candidate notes on the University’s pre-employment screening procedures, found at: www.ox.ac.uk/about/jobs/preemploymentscreening/. Data Privacy Please note that any personal data submitted to the University as part of the job application process will be processed in accordance with the GDPR and related UK data protection GENRS-10 legislation. For further information, please see the University’s Privacy Notice for Job Applicants at: www.admin.ox.ac.uk/councilsec/compliance/gdpr/privacynotices/job/. The University’s Policy on Data Protection is available at: www.admin.ox.ac.uk/councilsec/compliance/gdpr/universitypolicyondataprotection/. The University’s policy on retirement There is no normal or fixed age at which staff in posts at Grades 1-10 have to retire. Staff at these grades may elect to retire in accordance with the rules of the applicable pension scheme, as may be amended from time to time. The University may not request staff at these grades to take retirement at a particular age, nor suggest that they consider doing so. It is for individual members of staff to decide when they wish to retire. Equality of Opportunity Entry into employment with the University and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit and the application of criteria which are related to the duties of each particular post and the relevant salary structure. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration. No applicant or member of staff shall be discriminated against because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. 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The Department of Earth Sciences, University of Oxford, seeks to appoint a full-time Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Genomics of Microbial Biomineralization. The post holder will report to Prof. Julie Cosmidis, Principal Investigator on the ERC project BIOFACTS. The post holder will develop and implement forward genetics methods to uncover the genomic controls of microbial biomineralization. The post holder will join a research group working on diverse geomicrobiological processes, and will be part of an ERC-funded team focusing on deciphering the molecular mechanisms of microbial biomineralization using Raman-based screening approaches. They will also have the opportunity to interact and develop collaborations with a wider range of academics working in related field such as geomicrobiology, mineralogy, and molecular biology in Earth Sciences and at Oxford. They will provide guidance to less experienced members of the research group including DPhil and Master students, while also having responsibilities to manage laboratory tasks. The research will be carried out in the Geomicrobiology lab and will take advantage of the new high-throughput Raman facility in the Department of Earth Sciences at Oxford. About you You will hold or be close to the completion of, a relevant PhD/DPhil together with relevant experience. You will have research experience in microbiology, molecular biology, genomics, bioinformatics, and/or microbial biomineralization. You will possess sufficient specialist knowledge in the discipline to work within established research programmes. You will be able to work independently and you must have the ability to manage your own academic research and associated activities. You will have excellent communication skills including a track record of contributing to publications and presentations and an ability to contribute ideas for new research projects. Experience in independently managing a discrete area of a research project, supervising PhD or Masters students, mutagenesis and forward genetics techniques as well as experience with Raman Spectro microscopy would be desirable but not essential. For full details, please see the job description. The deadline for applications is midday 17 March 2025. Interviews will be held on 03 April 2025. You will be required to upload a CV and a Supporting Statement as part of your application. Please do not attach any manuscripts, papers, transcripts, mark sheets or certificates as these will not be considered as part of your application. Applications are particularly welcome from women and black and ethnic minority candidates, who are under-represented in research posts in the Department.
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