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Full-time, Permanent

 

The post holder will be responsible for providing an efficient and friendly front-line reception service for the Department. You will be working 36.5 hours a week,09.00-17.00 with a 42-minute unpaid lunch break, reporting to the Facilities and Stores Manager

 

The successful candidate will act as a first point of contact for all enquiries from staff, students, visitors, contractors and members of the public and ensure that reception desk is manned at all times. They will sort incoming and outgoing post, taking parcel deliveries and recording relevant details and will be responsible for booking parking, logging permits numbers and contact details for visitors. Additionally, they will manage the online room booking system for the building and ensure any enquires directed to the generic reception email are dealt with promptly and effectively.

 

Candidates will need to be educated to GCSE level and have previous experience in a customer facing role. It is essential that they can demonstrate good computer and communication skills and have a flexible approach to work, managing competing and changing priorities effectively. They will need to demonstrate understanding of and ability to maintain confidentiality and be able to remain calm under pressure and deal with situations in a patient way.

 

The post is available from end of July 2022.

 

The post will be based in the Sherrington Building.

 

Informal enquiries may be directed David Greenwood (david.greenwood@dpag.ox.ac.uk).

 

Closing date for applications is midday on Monday 4th July 2022

 

Interviews are likely to be held on the week beginning 18th July 2022.

 

Applications are particularly welcome from women, black and minority ethnic candidates who are under-represented in academic posts in Oxford.

 

We, as a Department and Community, will be considerate and welcoming of all people, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity. We acknowledge societal inequalities and how these impact us, and those around us, personally and professionally. – DPAG Statement of Inclusion
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(2 posts available)

About the role

 

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join the University of Oxford in the newly created role of Apprentice Finance Assistant at the Department of Physiology, Anatomy & Genetics. The role is being created following a period of dynamism and change in the Finance Team, to enable it to further improve its service to the Department.

 

This role will provide you with the perfect opportunity to get involved with a variety of finance duties that will help develop your finance knowledge, including processing of transactions (accounts payable and receivable), assisting with month end tasks (running reports and processing journals), and general finance administration. You will join and assist our busy and supportive Finance team, which comprises the Finance Manager, the Finance Supervisor, and two Finance Assistants.

 

You will also get involved in other finance-related duties working with other teams within the Department, enabling you to further develop your experience and build relationships.

 

About the apprenticeship

 

As part of this role, you will undertake an Apprenticeship with Abingdon and Witney College where you will complete a Level 2 Intermediate Accounts or Finance Assistant Apprenticeship. The apprenticeship will be delivered through in-house training, as well as day-release or other distance learning methods as supported by Abingdon and Witney College. On successful completion the apprentice will progress to the Level 3 Advanced Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship.

 

For this apprenticeship, you will work at the Department of Physiology, Anatomy & Genetics. The Department supports some flexible working and staff have been working from home during the pandemic.

As part of your apprenticeship, you will be required to attend Abingdon and Witney College (either the Abingdon or Witney location) where you will need to attend the college one day a week during term time.

 

In total, it will take three years to complete all elements of the apprenticeship, with support from the Department, University, and College throughout, and you will gain an Association of Accounting Technicians Level 2 Certificate and a Level 3 Diploma accounting qualification. There could be an opportunity for the right candidate to complete a Level 4 AAT qualification later in the Apprenticeship.

 

Becoming an apprentice at the University of Oxford is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience and training. For more information, please visit**:  **https://www.apprenticeships.ox.ac.uk

 

About you

 

You will be passionate about starting your career in finance and excited about the opportunity of becoming an apprentice at the University of Oxford. You may be starting your career, or you may be looking for a career change.

 

To complete the level 2 and 3 apprenticeship you will need to evidence passes at 9-4 or A*-C in GCSE Maths and English. If you did not achieve these grades, do not let that put you off from applying as you can study Functional Skills as part of the apprenticeship giving you the equivalent qualifications needed. These qualifications are completed over 7 days. To help check that you have the potential to achieve these, Abingdon and Witney College will ask you to complete a short initial assessment during the application process.

 

There are also government residency requirements for Apprenticeship funding which the Training Provider will be able to advise on.

 

What we offer

 

Our apprentices are never on their own, you will benefit from a supportive environment working in collaboration with the rest of our committed team. You will also be supported by the central apprenticeship team and you will join our growing network of apprentices within the university. You will have the opportunity to become an apprenticeship ambassador for the University and region.

 

We will provide you with a welcoming and inclusive workplace, offering support and development opportunities that will enable you to progress and do your best work. We recognise diversity as our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, and we aspire to build a truly diverse community, which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution.

 

Over 80% of our apprentices continue with us in the role they have been trained for after their Apprenticeship and that is just the start of their career.

 

You will receive 38 days’ annual leave inclusive of Bank Holiday and fixed closure dates, discounted travel, an excellent contributory pension scheme, and student discount. You will also be part of the University’s annual apprenticeship awards.

 

Contact us and apply

 

If you would like further information or support in your application, please contact:

 

Mandy Chong or Wanda Groenewald – Recruiting Managers – mandy.chong@dpag.ox.ac.uk or  wanda.groenewald@dpag.ox.ac.uk.

 

Tessa Williams – Training Provider –  tessa.williams@admin.ox.ac.uk.

 

 

 

The closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on Thursday 21 July 2022; only applications received before 12:00 noon on Thursday 21 July 2022 will be considered.

 

Interviews will be taking place on TBC

 

Interviews will be taking place in our offices at the Sherrington Building in Central Oxford; if you have concerns about travel or accessibility, please do not hesitate to contact us.

 
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Hours Full time (36.5 hours per week) Contract type Permanent Reporting to Facilities and Stores Manager 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 cuttingedge. Oxford is one of Europe's most entrepreneurial universities. Income from external research contracts in 2018/19 exceeded £624m and we rank first in the UK for university spin-outs, with more than 190 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 The Medical Sciences Division The Medical Sciences Division is an internationally recognized centre of excellence for biomedical and clinical research and teaching. We are the largest academic division in the University of Oxford. World-leading programmes, housed in state-of-the-art facilities, cover the full range of scientific endeavour from the molecule to the population. With our NHS partners we also foster the highest possible standards in patient care. For more information please visit: www.medsci.ox.ac.uk The Department of Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics (DPAG) Oxford Anatomy and Physiology ranked #1 in the QS World University Rankings by subject 2017, 2018, 2020 and 2021. This ranking is based on Academic Reputation, Citations per Paper, Employer Reputation and H-index of Faculty. Our mission is empowering discovery in the physiological sciences to improve health and educate the next generation of doctors and biomedical scientists. For more information, please visit www.dpag.ox.ac.uk The Department is a large pre-clinical department within the Medical Sciences Division, with over 360 staff and students. It has a world-class reputation in both its research and teaching. The Department was part of the University of Oxford’s Biological Sciences submission to the Research Excellence Framework 2014 that was rated top for its world-leading research. The Department has a distinctive, forward-looking and integrative biomedical research programme organised into five research Centres. Centre for Integrative Neuroscience (Director: Professor AJ King FRS), Centre for Neural Circuits and Behaviour (Director: Professor G Miesenboeck FRS), Centre for Cellular & Molecular Neurobiology (Professor Dame Kay Davies FRS and Professor Dame Frances Ashcroft FRS), Centre for Integrative Physiology (Professor A Parekh FRS) and the Burdon Sanderson Cardiac Science Centre (Director: Professor Manuela Zaccolo FRSB). We also have strong cross-cutting themes in cardiac sciences, cell physiology, development and cell biology, functional genomics, metabolism and endocrinology and neuroscience. The Research Centres and thematic areas bring together researchers who address a range of fundamental issues in the biosciences at molecular, cellular, tissue and systems levels of organisation. For more information, please visit www.dpag.ox.ac.uk Information about staff in the Department Professor David Paterson FRSNZ is the Head of Department and current President of the Physiological Society. There are four named Statutory Professors: the Dr Lee’s Professor of Anatomy (vacant) the Waynflete Professor of Physiology (Professor Gero Miesenböck, FRS FMedSci), the BHF Professor of Regenerative Medicine and Professor of Development and Reproduction (Professor Paul Riley, FMedSci), and the Krebs Chair in Physiological Metabolism (vacant). Other appointments include three Professorial Research Fellows (Professor Dame Frances Ashcroft, FRS; Professor Dame Kay Davies CBE, FRS FMedSci; Professor Anant Parekh FMedSc FRS) two Wellcome Trust Principal Research Fellows (Professor Andrew King, FMedSci FRS and Professor Scott Waddell), 12 further full professors and 26 associate professors. There are approximately 175 academic-related research staff supported by external grants and over 100 graduate students registered for higher degrees in the Department. The teaching and the research activities of the department are supported by teams of professional services and technical staff. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in DPAG 2 The Department of Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics (DPAG) is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community. We have an active Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) committee and are taking active steps to promote race equality and reduce the risk of bias and discrimination. We hold an Athena SWAN silver award in recognition of our efforts to introduce organisational and cultural practices which promote gender equality and create a better working environment for all. The Department promotes family-friendly policies and supports flexible working arrangements where possible. The University offers 450 nursery places for staff and students at five dedicated University nurseries and a network of local community nurseries. We will be happy to provide you with information about nurseries and schools in Oxford upon request. We encourage applications from suitably qualified, experienced, and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. We embrace our differences and you are very welcome at DPAG, without the need to hide any part of who you are. Applications are particularly welcome from women and black and minority ethnic candidates. To learn more about EDI in DPAG, visit our website: https://www.dpag.ox.ac.uk/work-withus/equality-diversity-inclusion For more information about the University’s family friendly benefits, please also see https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/information-for-parents-and-carers Overview of the role The receptionist is responsible for providing an efficient and friendly front-line reception service for the Department based in the Sherrington Building. Responsibilities/duties Reception/Security            Act as a first point of contact for all enquiries from staff, students, visitors, contractors and members of the public; Ensure that the main entrance doors are unlocked in the morning and securely locked in the evening, informing a facilities manager of any issues; Ensure visitors are welcomed, that they have legitimate business in the Department and provide guidance and advice where required; Inform an appropriate member of the facilities team when contractors arrive on site; Deal appropriately with delivered goods in the absence of the goods-in team, completing relevant paperwork, ensuring deliveries are stored correctly (e.g. at the correct temperature), and informing a member of the facilities team of the delivery; Ensure any enquiries directed to the generic reception email account are dealt with promptly and effectively; Make general email announcements to members of the Department as and when required; Make taxi bookings as and when required and ensure all booking are assigned to an appropriate financial code by liaising with the DPAG finance team; Log details of taxi bookings on form provided; Maintain the general notice boards ensuring that the information (especially with regard to information about lectures) is up to date. Ensure that the reception desk is manned at all times, including arranging temporary cover if you need to undertake tasks elsewhere in the building; 3       Provide advice and guidance to internal and external individuals on upcoming events and lectures; Coordinate the safe entrance to lectures for students via the reception area; Provide support to lecturers with any basic audio-visual issues which may arise by liaising with the Digital Media and Communications Manager or IT team as and when required; Ensure the reception area is kept clean and tidy at all times so as to present an excellent first impression to all entering the Department; Alert the Security Liaison Officer and the University Security Services of any security issues that arise; Ensure reception instruction manual, protocol’s and standard operating procedure documents are kept up-to-date. Postal Services    Sort incoming and outgoing post, taking parcel deliveries from external couriers and the University’s internal messenger service, and recording the relevant details; Arrange couriers to collect parcels ensuring the sender has correctly completed the required paperwork; Alert Security Services and Security Liaison Officer to any suspicious packages or post. Training will be given in this area. Switchboard    Answer incoming calls in a professional and friendly manner, connecting them to the appropriate person/taking messages as and when required; Deal promptly with messages left on the answerphone, particularly when these refer to bequests or sickness leave; Use the walkie-talkie system to contact certain members of staff connected to the system when required. Car parking   Book parking, log permit numbers & contact details for visitors and manage temporary parking permits in accordance with the University and Departmental policy; Act as the initial point of contact for the University Security Services concerning parking in the vicinity of the department and resolving parking problems where possible. General duties       Manage the on-line room booking system for the building responding to queries as received; Assist the facilities team when necessary by accessing the R12 Financials system to receipt purchase orders; Act as first point of contact for individuals requiring a first aider; Update information on the departmental database, such as telephone numbers, as and when required; Ensure any confidential paperwork, keys and access cards are stored securely at the end of each day; Undertake such other duties as may be required from time to time that are commensurate with the grade and responsibilities of this post. 4 Other Duties     Participate in a regular Annual Review; Undertake any necessary training identified and continuing professional development in order to stay up-to-date professionally including annual Information Governance training; Comply with Health and safety regulations; Comply with the policies and procedures set out in the Handbook for University Support staff. This job description should be regarded only as a guide to the duties required and is not intended to be definitive. It may be reviewed in the light of a change in circumstances following consultation with the post holder. The Job Description does not form part of the contract. Please note that the appointment of the successful candidate will be subject to standard compulsory pre-employment screening, such as right to work checks. Selection criteria Essential         Educated to GCSE level; Previous experience in a customer facing role; Demonstrable good computer skills including ability to use Microsoft Office software and Outlook; Proven excellent communication skills both orally and written with a wide variety of individuals at all levels; A flexible approach to work, managing competing and changing priorities effectively; Demonstrable understanding of and ability to maintain confidentiality as and when required; The ability to remain calm under pressure and deal with challenging situations in a patient and tactful way; Proven ability to work independently and unsupervised, but also use own initiative when deciding to liaise with the wider facilities team and management. Desirable  Experience of working in a similar role within the University of Oxford or a higher education institution. Additional security pre-employment checks If you are offered the post, the offer will be subject to standard pre-employment checks. You will be asked to provide: proof of your right-to-work in the UK; proof of your identity; and (if we haven’t done so already) we will contact the referees you have nominated. You will also be asked to complete a health declaration so that you can tell us about any health conditions or disabilities for which you may need us to make appropriate adjustments. Please read the candidate notes on the University’s pre-employment screening procedures at: https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/pre-employment-checks This job will require additional security pre-employment checks:  University security screening (eg identity checks) 5 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/. 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 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. 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 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 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/. 6 The University’s policy on retirement The University operates an Employer Justified Retirement Age (EJRA) for all academic posts and some academic-related posts. From 1 October 2017, the University has adopted an EJRA of 30 September before the 69th birthday for all academic and academic-related staff in posts at grade 8 and above. The justification for this is explained at: www.admin.ox.ac.uk/personnel/end/retirement/acrelretire8+/. For existing employees, any employment beyond the retirement age is subject to approval through the procedures: www.admin.ox.ac.uk/personnel/end/retirement/acrelretire8+/. There is no normal or fixed age at which staff in posts at grades 1–7 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. 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. 7 Benefits of working at the University Employee benefits University employees enjoy 38 days’ paid holiday, generous pension schemes, travel discounts, and a variety of professional development opportunities. Our range of other employee benefits and discounts also includes free entry to the Botanic Gardens and University colleges, and discounts at University museums. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits University Club and sports facilities Membership of the University Club is free for all University staff. The University Club offers social, sporting, and hospitality facilities. Staff can also use the University Sports Centre on Iffley Road at discounted rates, including a fitness centre, powerlifting room, and swimming pool. See www.club.ox.ac.uk and https://www.sport.ox.ac.uk/. Information for staff new to Oxford If you are relocating to Oxfordshire from overseas or elsewhere in the UK, the University's Welcome Service website includes practical information about settling in the area, including advice on relocation, accommodation, and local schools. See https://welcome.ox.ac.uk/ There is also a visa loan scheme to cover the costs of UK visa applications for staff and their dependents. See https://staffimmigration.admin.ox.ac.uk/visa-loan-scheme Family-friendly benefits With one of the most generous family leave schemes in the Higher Education sector, and a range of flexible working options, Oxford aims to be a family-friendly employer. We also subscribe to the Work+Family Space, a service that provides practical advice and support for employees who have caring responsibilities. The service offers a free telephone advice line, and the ability to book emergency back-up care for children, adult dependents and elderly relatives. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/my-family-care Childcare The University has excellent childcare services, including five University nurseries as well as University-supported places at many other private nurseries. For full details, including how to apply and the costs, see https://childcare.admin.ox.ac.uk/ Disabled staff We are committed to supporting members of staff with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further details, including information about how to make contact, in confidence, with the University’s Staff Disability Advisor, see https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/disability-support Staff networks The University has a number of staff networks including the Oxford Research Staff Society, BME staff network, LGBT+ staff network and a disabled staff network. You can find more information at https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/networks The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club is an organisation run by volunteers that aims to assist the partners of new staff settle into Oxford, and provides them with an opportunity to meet people and make connections in the local area. See www.newcomers.ox.ac.uk. 8 """^^ . . . . . . . "has site"@en . . . . "Standard Grade 7: £33,309 - £40,927" . . . "subOrganization of"@en . . "Research Administration Officer" . "news page"@en . . _:N5a017babc5104b3781963fb3e5aabd20 "+44-1865-270000" . "false"^^ . "label" . "ICT policy page"@en . . "Department of Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics, Sherrington Building, Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3PT" . . "Department of Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics (DPAG)" . . . . . . . "Standard Grade 5: £26,341 - £31,406" . . """Oxford Anatomy & Physiology ranked #1 in QS World Rankings by subject 2017, 2018, 2020, 2021 _____________________________________________________ DEPARTMENT OF PHYSIOLOGY, ANATOMY AND GENETICS Job description, selection criteria and further particulars Job title Postdoctoral Research Scientist – ‘Topography, regulation and function of PDE-dependent cAMP nanodomains in cardiac myocytes’ Division Medical Sciences Department Physiology, Anatomy & Genetics Location Sherrington Building, South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3PT Grade and salary Grade 7: £33,309 - £40,927 Hours Full time Contract type Fixed-term (9 months) Reporting to Prof Manuela Zaccolo Vacancy reference AV22019 Additional information While this is a full-time role, we welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements Research topic cAMP signalling in the heart Principal Investigator / supervisor Manuela Zaccolo Project team The successful candidate will join a team based in the Burdon Sanderson cardiac Science Centre, in DPAG. Our team has excellent collaborative links with Oxford, nationally and internationally and access to state-of-the-art research facilities across the university. Our research group includes experienced post-doctoral researchers and project students, coming from diverse scientific background, including cell biology, physiology and biochemistry. Project web site https://www.dpag.ox.ac.uk/research/zaccolo-group Funding partner British Heart Foundation 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 cuttingedge. Oxford is one of Europe's most entrepreneurial universities. Income from external research contracts in 2018/19 exceeded £624m and we rank first in the UK for university spin-outs, with more than 190 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 The Medical Sciences Division The Medical Sciences Division is an internationally recognized centre of excellence for biomedical and clinical research and teaching. We are the largest academic division in the University of Oxford. World-leading programmes, housed in state-of-the-art facilities, cover the full range of scientific endeavour from the molecule to the population. With our NHS partners we also foster the highest possible standards in patient care. For more information please visit: www.medsci.ox.ac.uk 2 The Department of Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics (DPAG) Oxford Anatomy and Physiology ranked #1 in the QS World University Rankings by subject 2017, 2018, 2020 and 2021. This ranking is based on Academic Reputation, Citations per Paper, Employer Reputation and H-index of Faculty. Our mission is empowering discovery in the physiological sciences to improve health and educate the next generation of doctors and biomedical scientists. For more information, please visit www.dpag.ox.ac.uk The Department is a large pre-clinical department within the Medical Sciences Division, with over 360 staff and students. It has a world-class reputation in both its research and teaching. The Department was part of the University of Oxford’s Biological Sciences submission to the Research Excellence Framework 2014 that was rated top for its world-leading research. The Department has a distinctive, forward-looking and integrative biomedical research programme organised into five research Centres. Centre for Integrative Neuroscience (Director: Professor AJ King FRS), Centre for Neural Circuits and Behaviour (Director: Professor G Miesenboeck FRS), Centre for Cellular & Molecular Neurobiology (Professor Dame Kay Davies FRS and Professor Dame Frances Ashcroft FRS), Centre for Integrative Physiology (Professor A Parekh FRS) and the Burdon Sanderson Cardiac Science Centre (Director: Professor Manuela Zaccolo FRSB). We also have strong cross-cutting themes in cardiac sciences, cell physiology, development and cell biology, functional genomics, metabolism and endocrinology and neuroscience. The Research Centres and thematic areas bring together researchers who address a range of fundamental issues in the biosciences at molecular, cellular, tissue and systems levels of organisation. For more information, please visit www.dpag.ox.ac.uk Information about staff in the Department Professor David Paterson FRSNZ is the Head of Department and current President of the Physiological Society. There are four named Statutory Professors: the Dr Lee’s Professor of Anatomy (vacant) the Waynflete Professor of Physiology (Professor Gero Miesenböck, FRS FMedSci), the BHF Professor of Regenerative Medicine and Professor of Development and Reproduction (Professor Paul Riley, FMedSci), and the Krebs Chair in Physiological Metabolism (vacant). Other appointments include three Professorial Research Fellows (Professor Dame Frances Ashcroft, FRS; Professor Dame Kay Davies CBE, FRS FMedSci; Professor Anant Parekh FMedSc FRS) two Wellcome Trust Principal Research Fellows (Professor Andrew King, FMedSci FRS and Professor Scott Waddell), 12 further full professors and 26 associate professors. There are approximately 175 academic-related research staff supported by external grants and over 100 graduate students registered for higher degrees in the Department. The teaching and the research activities of the department are supported by teams of professional services and technical staff. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in DPAG The Department of Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics (DPAG) is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community. We have an active Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) committee and are taking active steps to promote race equality and reduce the risk of bias and discrimination. We hold an Athena SWAN silver award in recognition of our efforts to introduce organisational and cultural practices which promote gender equality and create a better working environment for all. The Department promotes family-friendly policies and supports flexible working arrangements where possible. The University offers 450 nursery places for staff and students at five dedicated University nurseries and a network of local community nurseries. We will be happy to provide you with information about nurseries and schools in Oxford upon request. We encourage applications from suitably qualified, experienced, and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, 3 or pregnancy and maternity. We embrace our differences and you are very welcome at DPAG, without the need to hide any part of who you are. Applications are particularly welcome from women and black and minority ethnic candidates. To learn more about EDI in DPAG, visit our website: https://www.dpag.ox.ac.uk/work-withus/equality-diversity-inclusion For more information about the University’s family friendly benefits, please also see https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/information-for-parents-and-carers Overview of the role An opportunity is offered for a suitably qualified candidate to work as a postdoctoral research assistant in the group of Prof. Manuela Zaccolo on a project focused on compartmentalised cAMP signalling in cardiac pathophysiology. The post would be ideally suited to a postdoctoral scientist with a background in molecular biology and biochemistry. Expertise with tissue culture would also be an advantage. The project The appointee will take part in an exciting programme of work analysing local cAMP signalling using targeted FRET reporters in normal and diseased cardiac myocytes (for the general background to this project please see Surdo et al., Nature Communications 2017). The project will investigate the link between localised cAMP signalling and functional effects and aim at developing strategies for selective local manipulation of cAMP levels to affect specific function. The successful applicant will help in the characterisation of the organisation, regulation and function of cAMP domains downstream of different GPCRs and in defining the identity of the phosphodiesterases involved in the regulation of these domains and the pathways activated downstream of cAMP. Responsibilities/duties • Propagation and maintenance of cell lines; • Cardiomyocytes isolation and culture; • PCR, Cloning, Immunoblotting, Immunostaining; • Real-time imaging using fluorescent indicators. • To carry out the research programme directed by the supervisor. This includes, but is not limited to, developing and implementing research methods, adapting techniques for the purpose of the project, designing and performing experiments, and analysing and interpreting scientific data; • To prepare results for publication and write a paper for publication in peer-reviewed journals; • To contribute ideas to develop the project; • To manage his/her own academic research and administrative activities and report results and plans to the supervisor; 4 • To keep accurate and organised records of work conducted, protocols, archived samples and reagents; • To assist with training collaborators and other group members on scientific protocols and experimental techniques; • To ensure that all work in the laboratory is conducted safely and, in particular, that work is undertaken following the appropriate health and safety policies and procedures for the particular area, without compromise to his/her own safety or that of others who may be affected. Other Duties • Participate in a regular Annual Review. • Undertake any necessary training identified and continuing professional development in order to stay up-to-date professionally including annual Information Governance training. • Comply with Health and safety regulations. • Comply with the policies and procedures set out in the Handbook for University Support staff (or) Academic-Related staff. • Any other duties that may be required from time to time commensurate with the grade of the job. This job description should be regarded only as a guide to the duties required and is not intended to be definitive. It may be reviewed in the light of a change in circumstances following consultation with the post holder. The Job Description does not form part of the contract. Please note that the appointment of the successful candidate will be subject to standard compulsory pre-employment screening, such as right to work checks. 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Please read the candidate notes on the University’s pre-employment screening procedures at: https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/pre-employment-checks This job includes duties that will require additional security pre-employment checks: 5 • A satisfactory basic Disclosure and Barring Service check due to [specify, please refer to the Personnel Services guidance on pre-employment screening to see what checks may be required and specify] • University security screening (eg identity checks) Selection criteria • Must hold (or be near completion of) a PhD in a relevant area of research such as cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, physiology; • Must have experience in mammalian cell culture techniques; • Must have excellent technical competence in molecular biology techniques (plasmid manipulation, cloning, mutagenesis, quantitative PCR) and immunotechnniques (western blot, immunofluorescence); • Must have demonstrable IT skills in specialised software packages, such as image processing and database processing; • Must have previous publication record & active participation to scholarly meetings; • Must be strongly motivated with an enthusiastic approach to science and with excellent • organisational and verbal skills; • Must be able to work well independently and also as part of a team, and be prepared to • work at a high level of productivity and meet timelines; • Must be meticulous in practical work and in record-keeping; • Must have demonstrable ability to innovate, and ability to trouble-shoot technical problems; • Must have good written and verbal English; • Must have good interpersonal skills for effective interaction at all levels. 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Fixed Term – (9 months)

 

An opportunity is available for a suitably qualified candidate to work as a postdoctoral research assistant in the group of Prof. Manuela Zaccolo on a project focused on compartmentalised cAMP signalling in cardiac pathophysiology.

 

The appointee will take part in an exciting programme of work analysing local cAMP signalling using targeted FRET reporters in normal and diseased cardiac myocytes . The project will investigate the link between localised cAMP signalling and functional effects and aim at developing strategies for selective local manipulation of cAMP levels to affect specific function. The successful applicant will help in the characterisation of the organisation, regulation and function of cAMP domains downstream of different GPCRs and in defining the identity of the phosphodiesterases involved in the regulation of these domains and the pathways activated downstream of cAMP.

 

The successful candidate will be required to carry out the research programme directed by the supervisor. This includes, but is not limited to, developing and implementing research methods, adapting techniques for the purpose of the project, designing and performing experiments, and analysing and interpreting scientific data and to contribute ideas to develop the project. The successful applicant will also manage their own academic research and administrative activities and report results and plans to the supervisor and will assist with training collaborators and other group members on scientific protocols and experimental techniques. They Must hold (or be near completion of) a PhD in a relevant area of research such as cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, physiology.

 

 

The post is available from 1st August 2022 

 

The post will be based in the Department of Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics, University of Oxford in the Institute of Developmental & Regenerative Medicine, Old Road Campus, Roosevelt Dr, Headington, Oxford, OX3 7TY

 

Informal enquiries may be directed to Manuela.zaccolo@dpag.ox.ac.uk 

 

Closing date for applications is midday on 11th July 2022

 

Interviews are likely to be held on the week beginning July 25th 2022

 

We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for flexible working arrangements.

 

Applications are particularly welcome from women, black and minority ethnic candidates who are under-represented in academic posts in Oxford.

 

We, as a Department and Community, will be considerate and welcoming of all people, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity. We acknowledge societal inequalities and how these impact us, and those around us, personally and professionally. – DPAG Statement of Inclusion
"""^^ . . "Agent" . """**(2 posts available)** **About the role** We have an exciting opportunity for you to join the University of Oxford in the newly created role of Apprentice Finance Assistant at the Department of Physiology, Anatomy & Genetics. The role is being created following a period of dynamism and change in the Finance Team, to enable it to further improve its service to the Department. This role will provide you with the perfect opportunity to get involved with a variety of finance duties that will help develop your finance knowledge, including processing of transactions (accounts payable and receivable), assisting with month end tasks (running reports and processing journals), and general finance administration. You will join and assist our busy and supportive Finance team, which comprises the Finance Manager, the Finance Supervisor, and two Finance Assistants. You will also get involved in other finance-related duties working with other teams within the Department, enabling you to further develop your experience and build relationships. **About the apprenticeship** As part of this role, you will undertake an Apprenticeship with Abingdon and Witney College where you will complete a Level 2 Intermediate Accounts or Finance Assistant Apprenticeship. The apprenticeship will be delivered through in-house training, as well as day-release or other distance learning methods as supported by Abingdon and Witney College. On successful completion the apprentice will progress to the Level 3 Advanced Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship. For this apprenticeship, you will work at the Department of Physiology, Anatomy & Genetics. The Department supports some flexible working and staff have been working from home during the pandemic. As part of your apprenticeship, you will be required to attend Abingdon and Witney College (either the Abingdon or Witney location) where you will need to attend the college one day a week during term time. In total, it will take three years to complete all elements of the apprenticeship, with support from the Department, University, and College throughout, and you will gain an Association of Accounting Technicians Level 2 Certificate and a Level 3 Diploma accounting qualification. There could be an opportunity for the right candidate to complete a Level 4 AAT qualification later in the Apprenticeship. Becoming an apprentice at the University of Oxford is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience and training. For more information, please visit**: ** **https://www.apprenticeships.ox.ac.uk** **About you** You will be passionate about starting your career in finance and excited about the opportunity of becoming an apprentice at the University of Oxford. You may be starting your career, or you may be looking for a career change. To complete the level 2 and 3 apprenticeship you will need to evidence passes at 9-4 or A*-C in GCSE Maths and English. If you did not achieve these grades, do not let that put you off from applying as you can study Functional Skills as part of the apprenticeship giving you the equivalent qualifications needed. These qualifications are completed over 7 days. To help check that you have the potential to achieve these, Abingdon and Witney College will ask you to complete a short initial assessment during the application process. There are also government residency requirements for Apprenticeship funding which the Training Provider will be able to advise on. **What we offer** Our apprentices are never on their own, you will benefit from a supportive environment working in collaboration with the rest of our committed team. You will also be supported by the central apprenticeship team and you will join our growing network of apprentices within the university. You will have the opportunity to become an apprenticeship ambassador for the University and region. We will provide you with a welcoming and inclusive workplace, offering support and development opportunities that will enable you to progress and do your best work. We recognise diversity as our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, and we aspire to build a truly diverse community, which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution. Over 80% of our apprentices continue with us in the role they have been trained for after their Apprenticeship and that is just the start of their career. You will receive 38 days’ annual leave inclusive of Bank Holiday and fixed closure dates, discounted travel, an excellent contributory pension scheme, and student discount. You will also be part of the University’s annual apprenticeship awards. **Contact us and apply** If you would like further information or support in your application, please contact: Mandy Chong or Wanda Groenewald – Recruiting Managers – mandy.chong@dpag.ox.ac.uk or wanda.groenewald@dpag.ox.ac.uk. Tessa Williams – Training Provider – tessa.williams@admin.ox.ac.uk. The closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on Thursday 21 July 2022; only applications received before 12:00 noon on Thursday 21 July 2022 will be considered. Interviews will be taking place on TBC Interviews will be taking place in our offices at the Sherrington Building in Central Oxford; if you have concerns about travel or accessibility, please do not hesitate to contact us. """ . . "Apprentice Finance Assistant - Job Description" . "regulations page"@en . . . _:N5a017babc5104b3781963fb3e5aabd20 . . "business page"@en . . . . . "Source"@en . "equality policy page"@en . . . "leader page"@en . "OxPoints"@en . "AV22020_Research Admin Officer_JD" . "Job Description" . "alternative label"@en . _:Neeef798945034f91882b5b96e112d61d . "account" . "false"^^ . "158240"^^ . """**Full-time, Permanent** The post holder will be responsible for providing an efficient and friendly front-line reception service for the Department. You will be working 36.5 hours a week,09.00-17.00 with a 42-minute unpaid lunch break, reporting to the Facilities and Stores Manager The successful candidate will act as a first point of contact for all enquiries from staff, students, visitors, contractors and members of the public and ensure that reception desk is manned at all times. They will sort incoming and outgoing post, taking parcel deliveries and recording relevant details and will be responsible for booking parking, logging permits numbers and contact details for visitors. Additionally, they will manage the online room booking system for the building and ensure any enquires directed to the generic reception email are dealt with promptly and effectively. Candidates will need to be educated to GCSE level and have previous experience in a customer facing role. It is essential that they can demonstrate good computer and communication skills and have a flexible approach to work, managing competing and changing priorities effectively. They will need to demonstrate understanding of and ability to maintain confidentiality and be able to remain calm under pressure and deal with situations in a patient way. The post is available from end of July 2022. The post will be based in the Sherrington Building. Informal enquiries may be directed David Greenwood (david.greenwood@dpag.ox.ac.uk). Closing date for applications is **midday on Monday 4th July 2022** Interviews are likely to be held on the week beginning 18th July 2022. Applications are particularly welcome from women, black and minority ethnic candidates who are under-represented in academic posts in Oxford. We, as a Department and Community, will be considerate and welcoming of all people, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity. We acknowledge societal inequalities and how these impact us, and those around us, personally and professionally. – DPAG Statement of Inclusion """ . . . "extended address"@en . "OxPoints"@en . . . "158779"^^ . . . . . "graduation event page"@en . . "Subject"@en . """

Grade 5: £26,341 - £31,406 per annum

Permanent, full-time.

Two posts available. 

 

We are seeking to appoint two Research Administration Officers to join our Research Administration Team. The role is pivotal in providing complete research applications and grant management services to the Department and is the interface between (i) academic staff in the Department, (ii) Research Services and Research Accounts in the central University Administration and Services and (iii) all external funding agencies.

 

As well as undertaking general research support duties to help underpin our full grants operation, the post-holders will also work with their own Grants portfolio, assisting with specific projects, tasks and queries from Principal Investigators and research staff. Further advice or guidance will be offered by our senior team colleagues or the Research Facilitation & Administration Manager, as necessary. Full training and development will be provided.

 

To be effective you will have strong teamwork, written and oral communication skills, a commitment to providing excellent service, strong numeracy skills, along with the ability to plan and manage multiple priorities and demands.

 

You will work under the line management of the Research Facilitation & Administration Manager, and duties will include preparation of budget costings for funding applications, providing advice and support to applicants with reference to funder and scheme needs. You will help advise applicants on how to best cost their application in line with local policy and practice, and ensuring all grant applications are submitted in line with Departmental and University policies and deadlines. You will also check that documentation is accurate, complete and has received appropriate departmental sign off. Post-award duties include the administration of financial and other administrative aspects of research grants, ensuring all transactions are eligible, recorded accurately and that spend is in line with University financial controls and funder terms.

 

The post is available immediately and will be based in the Sherrington Building, Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3PT.

 

Informal enquiries may be directed to Wanda Groenewald, Deputy Head of Administration and Finance, via email  wanda.groenewald@dpag.ox.ac.uk.  

 

Closing date for applications is midday on 1st July 2022.

 

Interviews are expected to be held in mid-July 2022.

 

While this is a full-time role, we welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for flexible working arrangements.

 

We, as a Department and Community, will be considerate and welcoming of all people, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity. We acknowledge societal inequalities and how these impact us, and those around us, personally and professionally. – DPAG Statement of Inclusion
"""^^ . . . . . . . . . "Title"@en . """Oxford Anatomy & Physiology ranked #1 in QS World Rankings by subject 2017, 2018, 2020, 2021 _____________________________________________________ DEPARTMENT OF PHYSIOLOGY, ANATOMY AND GENETICS Job description, selection criteria and further particulars Job title Research Administration Officer Division Medical Sciences Division Department Physiology, Anatomy & Genetics Location Sherrington Building, Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3PT Grade and salary Grade 5: £26,341 - £31,406 per annum Hours Full time (36.5 hours) Contract type Permanent Reporting to Research Facilitation & Administration Manager Vacancy reference AV22020 / HRIS: 158571 Additional information This role will not attract sufficient points to obtain a sponsored tier 2 visa under the points based immigration system, however applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK, but who would be eligible to obtain a visa via another route. Two posts are available. While this is a full-time role, we welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for other flexible working arrangements. 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 cuttingedge. Oxford is one of Europe's most entrepreneurial universities. Income from external research contracts in 2018/19 exceeded £624m and we rank first in the UK for university spin-outs, with more than 190 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 The Medical Sciences Division The Medical Sciences Division is an internationally recognized centre of excellence for biomedical and clinical research and teaching. We are the largest academic division in the University of Oxford. World-leading programmes, housed in state-of-the-art facilities, cover the full range of scientific endeavour from the molecule to the population. With our NHS partners we also foster the highest possible standards in patient care. For more information please visit: www.medsci.ox.ac.uk The Department of Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics (DPAG) Oxford Anatomy and Physiology ranked #1 in the QS World University Rankings by subject 2017, 2018, 2020 and 2021. This ranking is based on Academic Reputation, Citations per Paper, Employer Reputation and H-index of Faculty. Our mission is empowering discovery in the physiological sciences to improve health and educate the next generation of doctors and biomedical scientists. For more information, please visit www.dpag.ox.ac.uk The Department is a large pre-clinical department within the Medical Sciences Division, with over 360 staff and students. It has a world-class reputation in both its research and teaching. The Department was part of the University of Oxford’s Biological Sciences submission to the Research Excellence Framework 2014 that was rated top for its world-leading research. The Department has a distinctive, forward-looking and integrative biomedical research programme organised into five research Centres. Centre for Integrative Neuroscience (Director: Professor AJ King FRS), Centre for Neural Circuits and Behaviour (Director: Professor G Miesenboeck FRS), Centre for Cellular & Molecular Neurobiology (Professor Dame Kay Davies FRS and Professor Dame Frances Ashcroft FRS), Centre for Integrative Physiology (Professor A Parekh FRS) and the Burdon Sanderson Cardiac Science Centre (Director: Professor Manuela Zaccolo FRSB). We also have strong cross-cutting themes in cardiac sciences, cell physiology, development and cell biology, functional genomics, metabolism and endocrinology and neuroscience. The Research Centres and thematic areas bring together researchers who address a range of fundamental issues in the biosciences at molecular, cellular, tissue and systems levels of organisation. For more information, please visit www.dpag.ox.ac.uk 2 Information about staff in the Department Professor David Paterson FRSNZ is the Head of Department and current President of the Physiological Society. There are four named Statutory Professors: the Dr Lee’s Professor of Anatomy (vacant) the Waynflete Professor of Physiology (Professor Gero Miesenböck, FRS FMedSci), the BHF Professor of Regenerative Medicine and Professor of Development and Reproduction (Professor Paul Riley, FMedSci), and the Krebs Chair in Physiological Metabolism (vacant). Other appointments include three Professorial Research Fellows (Professor Dame Frances Ashcroft, FRS; Professor Dame Kay Davies CBE, FRS FMedSci; Professor Anant Parekh FMedSc FRS) two Wellcome Trust Principal Research Fellows (Professor Andrew King, FMedSci FRS and Professor Scott Waddell), 12 further full professors and 26 associate professors. There are approximately 175 academic-related research staff supported by external grants and over 100 graduate students registered for higher degrees in the Department. The teaching and the research activities of the department are supported by teams of professional services and technical staff. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in DPAG The Department of Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics (DPAG) is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community. We have an active Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) committee and are taking active steps to promote race equality and reduce the risk of bias and discrimination. We hold an Athena SWAN silver award in recognition of our efforts to introduce organisational and cultural practices which promote gender equality and create a better working environment for all. The Department promotes family-friendly policies and supports flexible working arrangements where possible. The University offers 450 nursery places for staff and students at five dedicated University nurseries and a network of local community nurseries. We will be happy to provide you with information about nurseries and schools in Oxford upon request. We encourage applications from suitably qualified, experienced, and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. We embrace our differences and you are very welcome at DPAG, without the need to hide any part of who you are. Applications are particularly welcome from women and black and minority ethnic candidates. To learn more about EDI in DPAG, visit our website: https://www.dpag.ox.ac.uk/work-withus/equality-diversity-inclusion For more information about the University’s family friendly benefits, please also see https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/information-for-parents-and-carers Overview of the role The post-holder will be part of the Research Administration Team, who provide complete research applications and grant management services to the Department. As well as undertaking general research support duties, the holder will also work with their own Grants portfolio, assisting with tasks and queries from Principal Investigators and research staff, seeking further advice or guidance from other team members or the Research Facilitation & Administration Manager, as necessary. To be effective you will have strong teamwork, written and oral communication skills, a commitment to providing excellent service, along with the ability to plan and manage multiple priorities and demands. Full training and support will be provided. 3 Responsibilities/duties You will work under the direction of the Research Facilitation & Administration Manager to:     Manage the team’s shared email inboxes; distribute incoming mail to the relevant team members, flagging messages for attention, and filing messages as appropriate Use an Excel macro to run monthly Project Status and Activity reports for the department’s research portfolio, and circulate this to the Principal Investigators, nominated lab managers and post-doctoral researchers within the department Organise weekly team meetings, including: compiling the agenda and relevant paperwork, drafting minutes, and managing room bookings. Prepare reports on grant activity and produce analyses for the Research Facilitation & Administration Manager and other colleagues, as and when required Provide administrative support and cross-cover for other DPAG research team members during busy periods, holiday periods and as required Pre-Award  Work with applicants to prepare costings for grant applications using the University’s costing tool (currently X5), ensuring that applications comply with sponsor and University policies and procedure. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of FEC costing principles and the requirements of major funding bodies  Provide advice and support to the applicants in the preparation of grant applications, working with them to complete funder application forms and liaising with external sponsors  Liaise with other Oxford departments and external institutions where they are a collaborator or partner on a project to ensure the correct budget is included in applications  Ensure that grant applications are accurate, comply with sponsor rules and procedures, have necessary and appropriate supporting documentation and are submitted to Research Services within the University’s deadlines  Once all internal approvals have been obtained, ensure the final application is submitted in a timely manner to the funder Post-Award  Assist with research budget and award set up, setting up any task structure required, checking research budget set-ups for accuracy on Oracle and dealing with any issues which arise  Have responsibility for a small research portfolio, working with PI’s within that to help manage their group and staffing levels and forecast budget against future plans. Highlight variances and take follow-up action; flag critical issues to the Research Facilitation & Administration Manager, and discuss appropriate action with the PI.  Ensure documentation is stored in shared folders so that it is readily accessible by others in the Research Administration team  Ensure that local databases and records are kept up-to-date and accurate. Use Oracle to run transaction lists on research awards, carry out transfers and journal costs between projects and general ledger accounts, and produce forecasts on research awards, including staff and non-staff costs  Use X5 to forecast expenditure or to re-cost salaries on awards to identify any over or under spends on salary budgets; assess funding on projects to ensure that funding is available before recruitment processes are undertaken or contracts are extended.  Assist in the processing of expense claims and requisitions, liaising with the Finance team, and advise on funder terms and conditions to ensure that the costs are eligible on the research grant and all the required documents have been provided with the claim  Manage time records for staff employed on projects where required by sponsors, requesting monthly timesheets or declarations for each reporting period as required, and ensure they are filed appropriately 4      Help with the management of incoming audit requests; pulling invoices, expense claims and time records which have been selected as part of the sample, moving costs as required and responding to queries from auditors Liaise with other Oxford departments and external institutions to resolve issues with projects involving multiple collaborators. Undertake close-down procedures at the end of each project - accurately check projects nearing their end date, send notifications to and collate feedback from Principal Investigators; Check for open commitments of funds and follow up with the Finance team to reach resolution. Work with Research Accounts to prepare statements of expenditure; to prepare final statements of expenditure for approval in line with sponsor terms and conditions. Maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information Other tasks and duties as required from time to time and commensurate to the grade of the post Other Duties      Participate in a regular Annual Review. Undertake any necessary training identified and continuing professional development in order to stay up-to-date professionally including annual Information Governance training. Comply with Health and safety regulations. Comply with the policies and procedures set out in the Handbook for University Support staff (or) Academic-Related staff. Any other duties that may be required from time to time commensurate with the grade of the job. This job description should be regarded only as a guide to the duties required and is not intended to be definitive. It may be reviewed in the light of a change in circumstances following consultation with the post holder. The Job Description does not form part of the contract. Please note that the appointment of the successful candidate will be subject to standard compulsory pre-employment screening, such as right to work checks. Additional security pre-employment checks If you are offered the post, the offer will be subject to standard pre-employment checks. You will be asked to provide: proof of your right-to-work in the UK; proof of your identity; and (if we haven’t done so already) we will contact the referees you have nominated. You will also be asked to complete a health declaration so that you can tell us about any health conditions or disabilities for which you may need us to make appropriate adjustments. Please read the candidate notes on the University’s pre-employment screening procedures at: https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/pre-employment-checks This job includes duties that will require the following additional security pre-employment check:  A satisfactory basic Disclosure and Barring Service check Selection criteria     Educated to A level standard or equivalent Computer literacy; ability to word-process, use email, manipulate databases and spreadsheets, and familiarity with a variety of software packages including Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel. The ability to learn new IT systems and packages confidently A strong customer-service focus with excellent interpersonal skills Excellent communication skills both verbal and written, including the ability to write 5          reports or emails to explain research project-related issues by phone or in person A high standard of numeracy, with the ability to understand and analyse financial data Ability to exercise tact and discretion when drafting, handling data and providing information and dealing with confidential matters Highly organized, excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage and prioritise a varied and busy workload and work to tight deadlines Ability to work as part of a team with a flexible and collaborative attitude Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write reports or emails to explain research project-related issues by phone or in person A high standard of numeracy, with the ability to understand and analyse financial data Experience of working on confidential matters with tact and discretion The ability to manage and prioritise a varied and busy workload and work to deadlines Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy Desirable selection criteria     Experience of research funding administration. Experience of working in a university or other customer-facing environment. Experience with university wide software such as Oracle Financials and X5 Knowledge and use of full economic costing in the higher education sector How to apply Applications are made through our online recruitment portal. Information about how to apply is available on our Jobs website https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/how-to-apply. Your application will be judged solely on the basis of how you demonstrate that you meet the selection criteria stated in the job description. 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). Please upload all documents as PDF files with your name and the document type in the filename. All applications must be received by midday UK time 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) 6 If you need help Application FAQs, including technical troubleshooting advice is available at: https://staff.web.ox.ac.uk/recruitment-support-faqs. Should you experience any difficulties using the online application system, and the FAQs do not answer your question, please email recruitment.support@admin.ox.ac.uk. To return to the online application at any stage, please go to: www.recruit.ox.ac.uk. Please note that you will receive an automated email from our online recruitment portal to confirm receipt of your application. Please check your spam/junk mail if you do not receive this email. Important information for candidates 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 legislation. For further information, please see the University’s Privacy Notice for Job Applicants at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/job-applicant-privacy-policy. The University’s Policy on Data Protection is available at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/data-protection-policy. The University’s policy on retirement The University operates an Employer Justified Retirement Age (EJRA) for all academic posts and some academic-related posts. The University has adopted an EJRA of 30 September before the 69th birthday for all academic and academic-related staff in posts at grade 8 and above. The justification for this is explained at: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra For existing employees, any employment beyond the retirement age is subject to approval through the procedures: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra There is no normal or fixed age at which staff in posts at grades 1–7 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. 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. 7 Benefits of working at the University Employee benefits University employees enjoy 38 days’ paid holiday, generous pension schemes, travel discounts, and a variety of professional development opportunities. Our range of other employee benefits and discounts also includes free entry to the Botanic Gardens and University colleges, and discounts at University museums. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits University Club and sports facilities Membership of the University Club is free for all University staff. The University Club offers social, sporting, and hospitality facilities. Staff can also use the University Sports Centre on Iffley Road at discounted rates, including a fitness centre, powerlifting room, and swimming pool. See www.club.ox.ac.uk and https://www.sport.ox.ac.uk/. Information for staff new to Oxford If you are relocating to Oxfordshire from overseas or elsewhere in the UK, the University's Welcome Service website includes practical information about settling in the area, including advice on relocation, accommodation, and local schools. See https://welcome.ox.ac.uk/ There is also a visa loan scheme to cover the costs of UK visa applications for staff and their dependents. See https://staffimmigration.admin.ox.ac.uk/visa-loan-scheme Family-friendly benefits With one of the most generous family leave schemes in the Higher Education sector, and a range of flexible working options, Oxford aims to be a family-friendly employer. We also subscribe to the Work+Family Space, a service that provides practical advice and support for employees who have caring responsibilities. The service offers a free telephone advice line, and the ability to book emergency back-up care for children, adult dependents and elderly relatives. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/my-family-care Childcare The University has excellent childcare services, including five University nurseries as well as Universitysupported places at many other private nurseries. For full details, including how to apply and the costs, see https://childcare.admin.ox.ac.uk/ Disabled staff We are committed to supporting members of staff with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further details, including information about how to make contact, in confidence, with the University’s Staff Disability Advisor, see https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/disability-support Staff networks The University has a number of staff networks including the Oxford Research Staff Society, BME staff network, LGBT+ staff network and a disabled staff network. You can find more information at https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/networks The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club is an organisation run by volunteers that aims to assist the partners of new staff settle into Oxford, and provides them with an opportunity to meet people and make connections in the local area. See www.newcomers.ox.ac.uk. 8 """^^ . . "Old Observatory" . "tiene sede en"@es . . _:N0eefd831c87343a38579c0c1c50a481b . . . . . "undergraduate courses entry requirements page"@en . . . "Old Observatory" . . . "Department of Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics (DPAG)" . . . "Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics, Department of (DPAG)" . "support departments page"@en . "Standard Grade 3: £20,092 - £22,847 p.a" . . """Oxford Anatomy & Physiology ranked #1 in QS World Rankings by subject 2017, 2018 _____________________________________________________ DEPARTMENT OF PHYSIOLOGY, ANATOMY AND GENETICS Job description, selection criteria and further particulars Job title Apprentice Finance Assistant Division Medical Sciences Division Department Physiology, Anatomy & Genetics Location Sherrington Building, Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3PT Grade and salary Apprentice Grade 1: £20,047 per annum (salary progression through successful completion of programme) Hours Full time (36.5 hours per week) Contract type Fixed-term Apprenticeship for up to 3 years Reporting to Finance Manager Vacancy reference 158779 Additional information No relocation expenses apply to this post Apprenticeships at the University of Oxford Becoming an apprentice at the University of Oxford is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience and training. You will work alongside experienced colleagues, whilst learning on the job and appropriate objectives will be set during the course of the Apprenticeship. At the same time, you will study for formal qualifications in your field. For more information, please see some of our current apprentice’s case studies: https://www.apprenticeships.ox.ac.uk/meet-our-apprentices For advice on how to make you application for this apprenticeship the best it can be, please go to: https://www.apprenticeships.ox.ac.uk/how-apply Overview of the role The ideal candidate will be highly numerate with excellent administration and communication skills, be able to work practically and resourcefully as a member of a small team and be quick to learn new systems and processes. The appointed person will be enrolled onto the Accountancy and Finance Level 2 Apprenticeship (or Level 3 if equivalent to level 2 already obtained), in the August 2022 enrolment. The apprentice will be required to spend 1 day per week attending college (either Abingdon or Witney campus) and the other 4 days per week will be working as part of the Finance team gaining practical experience in line with the apprenticeship learning objectives. The apprenticeship will be a 13-month practical training period, plus 3 months for End Point Assessment. More information can be found at: Accountancy and Finance Level 2 Apprenticeship Abingdon & Witney College (abingdon-witney.ac.uk) Once the level 2 has been successfully completed, and subject to review, there will be the option to proceed onto the Assistant Accountant level 3 Apprenticeship. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to gain first-hand experience of a variety of roles in a busy Finance department and to develop their skills alongside their formal studies for the Association of Accounting Technicians qualification. The role will offer the opportunity to move between functions at set periods and can be tailored to match a candidate’s area of interest or study after consultation with your line manager. Responsibilities/duties (This section tries to give you a feel of what your day-to-day activities at work will be. This is just the basics, there will be more as your training progresses) The Apprentice Finance and Accounting Technician will provide essential support to the Finance team.  Learn to carry out general office duties including managing emails and calendars, filing, and dealing with finance enquiries via email, face to face and over the phone/MS Teams  Learn how to use the University’s Finance system, Oracle, to enter confidential, financial data, raise purchase orders on a daily basis and assist with data entry into internal databases and spreadsheets  With support, prepare any necessary financial documentation, including general ledger journals with a full audit trail. This could also involve drafting and updating information on the Finance pages of the website, and helping to prepare training material  Learn about financial process, including the petty cash process and the process for raising Internal and External sales invoices according to University procedures  Assist with maintaining finance records, ensuring accurate physical and electronic records are kept and that they are complete and up-to-date;  Assist with preparing reports for month end reporting and reviewing the open purchase orders and closed for receiving purchase orders report on a regular basis  Assist with the delivery of projects across the Finance team; working with different team members on a varied array of projects, liaising with colleagues across the department to gather information and support successful delivery.  Learn how to provide basic advice on financial policies and procedures as appropriate, and referring to the Finance Supervisor for any complex cases  Develop skills and a full understanding of University financial regulations, that contribute to the development and continuous improvement of Finance activities This list is not exhaustive, and you may be required to carry out additional tasks that fall within your competency as directed by the Finance Manager. 2 Additional security pre-employment checks All offers of employment are made subject to standard pre-employment screening, as applicable to the post. If you are offered the post, you will be asked to provide proof of your right-to-work, your identity, and we will contact the referees you have nominated. You will also be asked to complete a health declaration (so that you can tell us about any health conditions or disabilities so that we can discuss appropriate adjustments with you), and a declaration of any unspent criminal convictions. 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 Apprenticeship roles are not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route normally used for employed roles but there are other visa routes which candidates may be eligible to apply under. If you are eligible to apply under a different route the department is happy to discuss any queries, with support from the University’s Staff Immigration Team. There are also government residency requirements for Apprenticeship funding on which the Training Provider will be able to offer advice. Selection criteria (When your application is assessed these are the things that we will look for. Try to show in your application that you have these qualities, qualifications, or experience. It doesn’t matter if you haven’t got all of them but try to show how good you are in as many areas as you can. Give workplace examples if you can, even if it is from work experience at school, or examples from extracurricular activities such as a sport you play) 1. Educated to GCSE standard (English and Maths grade 4) or equivalent 2. An interest in working in Finance 3. Good communication skills both orally and in writing in English, in order to accurately administer and create documents and liaise with customers both internally and externally, face to face, on the phone and in writing. 4. Ability to follow procedures closely and understand the importance of reliability of supporting information 5. Ability to demonstrate attention to detail 6. Able to demonstrate an aptitude for the skills taught in the apprenticeship (for example through voluntary or work experience, qualifications or references) 7. Competency with basic IT applications, for example, Microsoft Outlook and an aptitude for learning new systems. 8. Ability to work effectively as part of a team; willingness to learn from others, sharing information and communicating in a way which encourages mutual co-operation and understanding. 9. Able to work flexibly and supportively as part of a team and enjoys working with people 10. Able to demonstrate good time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines. About the University of Oxford Welcome to the University of Oxford. We are the largest employer in Oxfordshire with around 14,000 staff working in and around Oxford in a huge range of roles. We are proud of the apprenticeship opportunities we offer and have a successful record of helping local young people from education in to their first job. Apprentices are never on their own, working with the support of their colleagues, managers and trainers they develop the skills and qualifications required in the modern world of work. Over 80% of our apprentices continue with us in the role they have been trained for after their apprenticeship and that is just the start of their career. We provide all of our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace, offering support and development opportunities that enable everyone to progress and do their best work. We recognise 3 diversity as our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, and we aspire to build a truly diverse community, which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution. For more information, please visit our Working at Oxford page. The Medical Sciences Division The Medical Sciences Division is an internationally recognized centre of excellence for biomedical and clinical research and teaching. We are the largest academic division in the University of Oxford. World-leading programmes, housed in state-of-the-art facilities, cover the full range of scientific endeavour from the molecule to the population. With our NHS partners we also foster the highest possible standards in patient care. For more information please visit: www.medsci.ox.ac.uk The Department of Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics (DPAG) Oxford Anatomy and Physiology ranked #1 in the QS World University Rankings by subject 2017, 2018, 2020 and 2021. This ranking is based on Academic Reputation, Citations per Paper, Employer Reputation and H-index of Faculty. Our mission is empowering discovery in the physiological sciences to improve health and educate the next generation of doctors and biomedical scientists. For more information, please visit www.dpaq.ox.ac.uk The Department is a large pre-clinical department within the Medical Sciences Division, with over 360 staff and students. It has a world-class reputation in both its research and teaching. The Department was part of the University of Oxford's Biological Sciences submission to the Research Excellence Framework 2014 that was rated top for its world-leading research. The Department has a distinctive, forward-looking and integrative biomedical research programme organised into five research Centres. Centre for Integrative Neuroscience (Director: Professor AJ King FRS), Centre for Neural Circuits and Behaviour (Director: Professor G Miesenboeck FRS), Centre for Cellular & Molecular Neurobiology (Professor Dame Kay Davies FRS and Professor Dame Frances Ashcroft FRS), Centre for Integrative Physiology (Professor A Parekh FRS) and the Burdon Sanderson Cardiac Science Centre (Director: Professor Manuela Zaccolo FRSB). We also have strong cross-cutting themes in cardiac sciences, cell physiology, development and cell biology, functional genomics, metabolism and endocrinology and neuroscience. The Research Centres and thematic areas bring together researchers who address a range of fundamental issues in the biosciences at molecular, cellular, tissue and systems levels of organisation. For more information, please visit www.dpaq.ox.ac.uk 4 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/. If you would like to apply, click on the Apply Now button on the ‘Job Details’ page and follow the onscreen 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 should explain how you meet 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). Interviews and the final selection will be managed by the Department of Physiology Anatomy and Genetics. Please upload all documents as PDF files with your name and the document type in the filename. Those candidates who are shortlisted for Interview will be asked to complete and submit an Apprentice Initial Assessment prior to the interview which will be sent out along with details with the Interview invites. Your application will be judged solely on the basis of how you demonstrate that you meet the selection criteria stated in the job description. 5 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 preemployment 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 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 The University operates an Employer Justified Retirement Age (EJRA) for all academic posts and some academic-related posts. From 1 October 2017, the University has adopted an EJRA of 30 September before the 69th birthday for all academic and academic-related staff in posts at grade 8 and above. The justification for this is explained at: www.admin.ox.ac.uk/personnel/end/retirement/acrelretire8+/. For existing employees, any employment beyond the retirement age is subject to approval through the procedures: www.admin.ox.ac.uk/personnel/end/retirement/acrelretire8+/. There is no normal or fixed age at which staff in posts at grades 1–7 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. 6 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. Benefits of working at the University University Club and sports facilities Membership of the University Club is free for all University staff. The University Club provides social, sporting and hospitality facilities. Staff can also use the University Sports Centre on Iffley Road at discounted rates, including a fitness centre, powerlifting room, and swimming pool. See www.club.ox.ac.uk and www.sport.ox.ac.uk/oxford-university-sports-facilities. Information for international staff The University offers support and advice to international staff, including a visa loan scheme to cover the costs of UK visa applications for staff and their dependents. See www.admin.ox.ac.uk/personnel/permits/reimburse&loanscheme/. Information for staff new to Oxford If you are relocating to Oxfordshire from overseas or elsewhere in the UK, the University's Welcome Service website includes practical information about settling in the area, including advice on relocation, accommodation and local schools. See www.welcome.ox.ac.uk. The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club is an organisation run by volunteers that aims to assist the partners of new staff to settle into Oxford and to provide them with an opportunity to meet people in the area. See www.newcomers.ox.ac.uk. Childcare The University has excellent childcare services with five University nurseries, as well as Universitysupported places at many other private nurseries. For full details including how to apply and the costs, see www.admin.ox.ac.uk/childcare. Family-friendly benefits The University subscribes to My Family Care service through which staff are eligible to register for emergency back-up childcare and adultcare services, a 'speak to an expert' advice service and a wide range of guides and webinars through a website called the Work+Family space. See: www.admin.ox.ac.uk/personnel/staffinfo/benefits/family/mfc/. Disabled staff We are committed to supporting members of staff with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further details, including information about how to make contact, in confidence, with the University’s Staff Disability Advisor, see www.admin.ox.ac.uk/eop/disab/staff. Staff networks The University has a number of staff networks including the Oxford Research Staff Society, BME staff network, LGBT+ staff network and a disabled staff network. You can find more information at www.admin.ox.ac.uk/eop/inpractice/networks/. 7 Additional benefits Staff can enjoy a range of other benefits and discounts, including free entry to the Botanic Gardens and University colleges, and discounts at University museums. See www.admin.ox.ac.uk/personnel/staffinfo/benefits. 8 """^^ . . "Medical Sciences Division" . . "data-protection statement page"@en . "a un site"@fr . . . "2B27"^^ . "conference facilities page"@en . . "occupies" . "Le Gros Clark Building" . . "about page"@en . 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Further advice or guidance will be offered by our senior team colleagues or the Research Facilitation & Administration Manager, as necessary. Full training and development will be provided. To be effective you will have strong teamwork, written and oral communication skills, a commitment to providing excellent service, strong numeracy skills, along with the ability to plan and manage multiple priorities and demands. You will work under the line management of the Research Facilitation & Administration Manager, and duties will include preparation of budget costings for funding applications, providing advice and support to applicants with reference to funder and scheme needs. You will help advise applicants on how to best cost their application in line with local policy and practice, and ensuring all grant applications are submitted in line with Departmental and University policies and deadlines. You will also check that documentation is accurate, complete and has received appropriate departmental sign off. Post- award duties include the administration of financial and other administrative aspects of research grants, ensuring all transactions are eligible, recorded accurately and that spend is in line with University financial controls and funder terms. The post is available immediately and will be based in the Sherrington Building, Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3PT. Informal enquiries may be directed to Wanda Groenewald, Deputy Head of Administration and Finance, via email wanda.groenewald@dpag.ox.ac.uk. Closing date for applications is **midday on 1st July 2022.** Interviews are expected to be held in mid-July 2022. While this is a full-time role, we welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for flexible working arrangements. We, as a Department and Community, will be considerate and welcoming of all people, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity. We acknowledge societal inequalities and how these impact us, and those around us, personally and professionally. – DPAG Statement of Inclusion """ . "press facts page"@en . "has exact match"@en . . "homepage"@en . "Receptionist" . . . . . . . "in dataset" . _:N0eefd831c87343a38579c0c1c50a481b "OX1 3PT" . """**Fixed Term – (9 months)** An opportunity is available for a suitably qualified candidate to work as a postdoctoral research assistant in the group of Prof. Manuela Zaccolo on a project focused on compartmentalised cAMP signalling in cardiac pathophysiology. The appointee will take part in an exciting programme of work analysing local cAMP signalling using targeted FRET reporters in normal and diseased cardiac myocytes . The project will investigate the link between localised cAMP signalling and functional effects and aim at developing strategies for selective local manipulation of cAMP levels to affect specific function. The successful applicant will help in the characterisation of the organisation, regulation and function of cAMP domains downstream of different GPCRs and in defining the identity of the phosphodiesterases involved in the regulation of these domains and the pathways activated downstream of cAMP. The successful candidate will be required to carry out the research programme directed by the supervisor. This includes, but is not limited to, developing and implementing research methods, adapting techniques for the purpose of the project, designing and performing experiments, and analysing and interpreting scientific data and to contribute ideas to develop the project. The successful applicant will also manage their own academic research and administrative activities and report results and plans to the supervisor and will assist with training collaborators and other group members on scientific protocols and experimental techniques. They Must hold (or be near completion of) a PhD in a relevant area of research such as cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, physiology. The post is available from 1st August 2022 The post will be based in the Department of Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics, University of Oxford in the Institute of Developmental & Regenerative Medicine, Old Road Campus, Roosevelt Dr, Headington, Oxford, OX3 7TY Informal enquiries may be directed to Manuela.zaccolo@dpag.ox.ac.uk Closing date for applications is **midday on 11th July 2022** Interviews are likely to be held on the week beginning **July 25th 2022** We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for flexible working arrangements. 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