Postdoctoral Research Associate in Ribosome Biogenesis Dysregulation in Cancer

**Pay Scale:** STANDARD GRADE 7



**Salary ( £)**: £41,997 - £46,913 per annum, salary inclusive of a
pensionable Oxford University Weighting of £1,500 per year



**Location:** Department of Biochemistry, South Parks Road, Oxford



**Contract type:** Fixed Term



**Hours:** Full-time





**About the role**





The Mardakheh group seeks a motivated postdoctoral researcher for a Cancer
Research UK-funded project on deciphering the molecular mechanisms of ribosome
biogenesis dysregulation in cancer.





This full-time fixed-term post is funded by Cancer Research UK for 1 year.





The actual starting salary offered will be based on qualifications and
relevant skills acquired and will also be determined by the funding available.





**What We Offer**





Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of
family friendly and financial benefits including:





• An excellent contributory pension scheme



• 38 days annual leave



• A comprehensive range of childcare services



• Family leave schemes



• Cycle loan scheme



• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs



• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans





The University also runs an enormous amount of social groups and sports clubs
for those looking for more than just a great place to work.





**About you**





Applicants should hold (or be close to obtaining) a PhD/DPhil in a relevant
field, with significant relevant experience in the field of Ribosome
Biogenesis. Preference will be given to candidates with a proven track-record
(e.g. relevant peer reviewed publications). Sufficient laboratory experience
in basic molecular biology, biochemistry, and cell biology techniques (e.g.
molecular cloning, protein and RNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis,
western blotting, mammalian cell culture, genetic manipulation of cells,
fluorescent microscopy, etc.), as well as extensive experience in quantitative
proteomics (both sample preparation and data analysis) is expected.





As a postdoctoral researcher, you are expected be able to manage your own
academic research and contribute intellectually to projects, as well as
writing manuscripts and presenting research findings at scientific meetings.





**Application Process**





Applications for this vacancy are to be made online via www.recruit.ox.ac.uk
and Vacancy ID **180244**. You will be required to upload your curriculum
vitae and a supporting statement, setting out how you meet the selection
criteria for the post, using examples of your skills and experience. Click
here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement.
As part of your application, you will be asked to provide details of two
referees and indicate whether we can contact them now.





For further details, please refer to the How to apply section of the job
description. Any further enquires may be directed to
recruitment@bioch.ox.ac.uk.





The closing date for applications is **12.00 noon** on **Monday 14th July
2025**. Only applications received before this time can be considered.
interviews for shortlisted candidates to be held on as soon as possible
thereafter.





**Committed to equality and valuing diversity**