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All vacancies within Department of Biochemistry
There are currently 4 vacancies within Department of Biochemistry:
| Title | Closes | Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Postdoctoral Research Associate in Mechanisms of ubiquitin signalling within inflammation and cell death | June 23, 2025, noon | Research Grade 7: £41,997 to £46,913 per annum |
| HR & Visitors Administrator | July 7, 2025, noon | Standard Grade 4: £27,838 - £31,459 |
| Reception and Administrative Assistant | July 7, 2025, noon | Standard Grade 4: £27,838 - £31,459 per annum |
| Laboratory Support Technician (Glass & Waste) | July 21, 2025, noon | Standard Grade 3: £26,948 - £27,838 per annum |
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Mechanisms of ubiquitin signalling within inflammation and cell death
Closes: June 23, 2025, noon; salary: Research Grade 7: £41,997 to £46,913 per annum
<div> <p></p><div><strong>Pay Scale:</strong> STANDARD GRADE 7</div><br> <div><strong>Salary (£)</strong>: £41,997 to £46,913 per annum</div><br> <div><strong>Location:</strong> Department of Biochemistry, South Parks Road, Oxford</div><br> <div><strong>Contract type:</strong> Fixed Term</div><br> <div><strong>Hours:</strong> Full-time</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div><strong>About the role</strong></div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>We are seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Associate with experience of structural biology techniques to join Dr Paul Elliott’s Lab to investigate the mechanisms of ubiquitin signalling within inflammation and cell death.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The Elliott group is embedded within the Department of Biochemistry and is at the forefront of the ubiquitin signalling field. The group employs a multifaceted approach including biochemical, biophysical and structural biology techniques (NMR, protein crystallography and cryo-EM) to address fundamental questions around ubiquitin regulation and function.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The post-holder will have access to state-of-the-art facilities located within the thriving Department and will employ structural biology methods to address the group’s research questions.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>This is a full-time fixed term post funded by the BBSRC and Cancer Research UK for up to 3 years in the first instance.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The actual starting salary offered will be based on qualifications and relevant skills acquired and will also be determined by the funding available.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div><strong>What We Offer</strong></div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>•         An excellent contributory pension scheme</div><br> <div>•         38 days annual leave</div><br> <div>•         A comprehensive range of childcare services</div><br> <div>•         Family leave schemes</div><br> <div>•         Cycle loan scheme</div><br> <div>•         Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs</div><br> <div>•         Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>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.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div><strong>About you</strong></div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>Applicants should hold a PhD/DPhil, or be near completion of a PhD/DPhil in structural biology, biochemistry or related area and have gained experience in a wide range of structural biology experimental techniques, including cryo-electron microscopy. You will be highly motivated with a proven ability to independently and effectively manage research projects, whilst also working within a team environment. Additionally, you will have excellent written communication skills and have demonstrated your ability to produce high quality research through publication in peer-reviewed journals.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div><strong>Application Process</strong></div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>Applications for this vacancy are to be made online via  <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.recruit.ox.ac.uk">www.recruit.ox.ac.uk</a> and Vacancy ID <strong>179922</strong>. 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. As part of your application, you will be asked to provide details of two referees and indicate whether we can contact them now. </div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>For further details, please refer to the How to apply section of the job description. Any further enquires may be directed to  <a rel="nofollow" href="mailto:recruitment@bioch.ox.ac.uk">recruitment@bioch.ox.ac.uk</a>.   </div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The closing date for applications is <strong>12.00 noon</strong> on <strong>Monday 23rd June 2025</strong>. Only applications received before this time can be considered. Interviews for shortlisted candidates to be held as soon as possible thereafter.</div><br> <div><strong>Committed to equality and valuing diversity</strong></div> </div>HR & Visitors Administrator
Closes: July 7, 2025, noon; salary: Standard Grade 4: £27,838 - £31,459
<div> <p></p><div><strong>Pay Scale:</strong> STANDARD GRADE 4</div><br> <div><strong>Salary (£)</strong>: £27,838 - £31,459 per annum</div><br> <div><strong>Location:</strong> Department of Biochemistry, South Parks Road, Oxford</div><br> <div><strong>Contract type:</strong> Permanent</div><br> <div><strong>Hours:</strong> <strong>Full Time</strong> (36.5 hours per week)</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div><strong>About the role</strong></div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>Are you passionate about supporting people, streamlining processes, and playing a central role in the success of an innovative and vibrant university department?</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The Department of Biochemistry is seeking an organised and proactive HR & Visitors Administrator to join its evolving HR team from September 2025. This is an exciting opportunity to join a department where people matter, ideas are encouraged, and where teams thrive on collaboration, continuous improvement, and supporting career development.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>You will play a key role in supporting the department’s HR function by overseeing the administration of visitor processes, casual appointments, and HR record retention, and providing administrative support to a variety of other HR activities, helping to deliver efficient, accurate, and people-focused services across the employee lifecycle.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>Working with us means joining a collaborative, forward-thinking, and friendly environment where your contribution is genuinely valued. We are proud of our strong team ethos, our commitment to personal and professional development, and our shared ambition to deliver outstanding support to world-class researchers, students, and staff.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>This post is full time, although part time at 80% may be considered.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div><strong>About you</strong></div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>You should have a GCSE equivalent education or higher, with proven experience in providing high-quality administrative support, including record maintenance, meeting arrangements, and team operations. You excel in fast-paced environments, effectively prioritising tasks, managing deadlines, and maintaining attention to detail. Strong communication skills are essential for interacting professionally with diverse stakeholders, both in writing and orally. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital collaboration tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint) is required. Your collaborative nature helps you build positive relationships and support colleagues. Awareness of data protection and information security, along with a commitment to delivering responsive and professional service, is important.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div><strong>What We Offer</strong></div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>•       An excellent contributory pension scheme</div><br> <div>•       38 days annual leave</div><br> <div>•       A comprehensive range of childcare services</div><br> <div>•       Family leave schemes</div><br> <div>•       Cycle loan scheme</div><br> <div>•       Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs</div><br> <div>•       Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>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.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div><strong>Application Process</strong></div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>Applications for this vacancy are to be made online via  <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.recruit.ox.ac.uk">www.recruit.ox.ac.uk</a>  and Vacancy ID <strong>180321</strong>. 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 <a rel="nofollow" href="http://https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/cv-and-supporting-statement"></a><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/cv-and-supporting-statement">here </a>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.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>For further details, please refer to the How to apply section of the job description. Any further enquires may be directed to  <a rel="nofollow" href="mailto:recruitment@bioch.ox.ac.uk">recruitment@bioch.ox.ac.uk</a>.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The closing date for applications is <strong>12.00 noon</strong> on <strong>Monday 7th July 2025</strong>. Only applications received before this time can be considered. Interviews for shortlisted candidates to be held on as soon as possible thereafter.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div><strong>Committed to equality and valuing diversity</strong></div> </div>Reception and Administrative Assistant
Closes: July 7, 2025, noon; salary: Standard Grade 4: £27,838 - £31,459 per annum
<div> <p></p><div><strong>Pay Scale:</strong> STANDARD GRADE 4</div><br> <div><strong>Salary (£)</strong>: £27,838 - £31,459 per annum</div><br> <div><strong>Location:</strong> Department of Biochemistry, South Parks Road, Oxford</div><br> <div><strong>Contract type:</strong> Permanent</div><br> <div><strong>Hours:</strong> Full-time (36.5 hours per week)</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div><strong>About the role</strong></div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The Reception team are integral to the success of the DCH Building. They act as the public face of the building, ensuring a professional and welcoming service is provided to all visitors and building users. They also play a lead role on supporting building security by overseeing the access management process.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The Reception and Administrative Assistant plays an important role in supporting the delivery of key aspects of building operations. They will work with the Head Receptionist and Senior Administrator to ensure an efficient and effective reception service is provided.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>This is a full-time permanent position. The actual starting salary offered will be based on qualifications and relevant skills acquired.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div><strong>About you</strong></div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>You will act as the first point of contact for all building users, visitors and contractors to the building, ensuring a professional, welcoming appearance and environment is maintained.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>You should have previous administrative experience in an office environment, as well as reception work. Excellent computer competency including Word, Excel and Outlook is essential as well as excellent communications skills with the ability to work with people at all levels. You should have a high attention to detail, along with good organisation skills. The ability to work towards tight deadlines is also important. Being able to work as part of a team, as well as prioritising your own workload is imperative.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>You should have a positive and flexible approach and be able to adapt to new challenges and strive for continuous improvement within a work environment.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div><strong>What We Offer</strong></div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>•        An excellent contributory pension scheme</div><br> <div>•        38 days annual leave</div><br> <div>•        A comprehensive range of childcare services</div><br> <div>•        Family leave schemes</div><br> <div>•        Cycle loan scheme</div><br> <div>•        Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs</div><br> <div>•        Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>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.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div><strong>Application Process</strong></div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>Applications for this vacancy are to be made online via  <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.recruit.ox.ac.uk">www.recruit.ox.ac.uk</a> and Vacancy ID <strong>180186</strong>. 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 <a rel="nofollow" href="http://https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/cv-and-supporting-statement"></a><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/cv-and-supporting-statement">here </a>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.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>For further details, please refer to the How to apply section of the job description. Any further enquires may be directed to  <a rel="nofollow" href="mailto:recruitment@bioch.ox.ac.uk">recruitment@bioch.ox.ac.uk</a>.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The closing date for applications is <strong>12.00 noon</strong> on <strong>Monday 7th July 2025</strong>. Only applications received before this time can be considered. Interviews for shortlisted candidates to be held on as soon as possible thereafter.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div><strong>Committed to equality and valuing diversity</strong></div> </div>Laboratory Support Technician (Glass & Waste)
Closes: July 21, 2025, noon; salary: Standard Grade 3: £26,948 - £27,838 per annum
<div> <p></p><div><strong>Pay Scale:</strong> STANDARD GRADE 3 </div><br> <div><strong>Salary (£)</strong>: £26,948 - £27,838 per annum</div><br> <div><strong>Location:</strong> Department of Biochemistry, South Parks Road, Oxford</div><br> <div><strong>Contract type:</strong> Permanent </div><br> <div><strong>Hours:</strong> Full-time (36.5 hours per week) </div><br> <div> </div><br> <div><strong>About the role</strong></div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The Department of Biochemistry are seeking to appoint a Laboratory Support Technician who will be based in the centralized Glass-washing, Media Production, and Scientific Waste Service (MGSL) and will work across two laboratories: Glass Wash and Biological Waste. The post holder will also support other MGSL team members with the Media Production service. This role includes a variety of duties to ensure the smooth operation and maintenance of the laboratory facilities. </div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>This is a full-time permanent post, and the actual starting salary offered will be based on qualifications and relevant skills acquired and will also be determined by the funding available.  </div><br> <div> </div><br> <div><strong>About you</strong> </div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The postholder should understand basic techniques used in a biological laboratory, with an ability to accurately and regularly follow predetermined protocols. You should be able to work with minimal supervision, as well as being able to support team members. The post requires manual dexterity with a reasonable level of physical fitness. IT skills are also essential. </div><br> <div> </div><br> <div><strong>What We Offer</strong></div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including: </div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>•        An excellent contributory pension scheme  </div><br> <div>•        38 days annual leave </div><br> <div>•        A comprehensive range of childcare services </div><br> <div>•        Family leave schemes </div><br> <div>•        Cycle loan scheme </div><br> <div>•        Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs </div><br> <div>•        Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans </div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>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.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div><strong>Application Process</strong></div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>Applications for this vacancy are to be made online via  <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.recruit.ox.ac.uk">www.recruit.ox.ac.uk</a> and Vacancy ID <strong>180214</strong>. 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. </div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>For further details, please refer to the How to apply section of the job description. Any further enquires may be directed to  <a rel="nofollow" href="http://recruitment@bioch.ox.ac.uk"></a><a rel="nofollow" href="mailto:recruitment@bioch.ox.ac.uk">recruitment@bioch.ox.ac.uk</a>.   </div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The closing date for applications is <strong>12.00 noon</strong> on <strong>Monday 21st July 2025</strong>. Only applications received before this time can be considered. interviews for shortlisted candidates to be held as soon as possible thereafter.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div><strong>Committed to equality and valuing diversity</strong></div> </div>