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Vacancies within Nuffield Department of Women's and Reproductive Health
There are currently 3 vacancies within Nuffield Department of Women's and Reproductive Health:
| Title | Closes | Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Ovary Tissue Culture | April 3, 2023, noon | Standard Grade 7: £34,308 - £42,155 (with a discretionary range to £46,047) per annum. |
| Research Assistant in Ovary Tissue Culture | April 3, 2023, noon | Grade 6: £30,502 – £36,386 (with a discretionary range to £39,745) per annum. |
| Research Nurse/Midwife | April 3, 2023, noon | Grade 6: £30,502 - £36,386 per annum (with a discretionary range of up to £39,795) |
Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Ovary Tissue Culture
Closes: April 3, 2023, noon; salary: Standard Grade 7: £34,308 - £42,155 (with a discretionary range to £46,047) per annum.
<div> <p></p><div>The Nuffield Department of Women's & Reproductive Health (NDWRH) have an exciting opportunity for a Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Rhinoceros Ovarian Culture with a passion and enthusiasm for conservation.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>Many species of rhinoceros are critically endangered with just two females remaining of the Northern White Rhino. Therefore, it is critical to develop fertility preservation techniques for rhinos, however, very little is known about ovarian function in these species.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The aim of this project is to develop techniques to develop rhinoceros eggs from cryopreserved ovarian tissues.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>Reporting to Prof. Suzannah Williams, the post holder will be a member of her research group with responsibility for the analysis of fixed ovarian rhino tissue as well as optimising techniques to develop rhino follicles in vitro with analysis of function and quality. The focus is to optimise novel culture techniques to develop mature rhino ovarian follicles from primordial follicles in cryopreserved ovarian tissue.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The suitable candidate will hold a PhD/DPhil (or near completion) or equivalent professional experience in a biological subject, be highly skilled in tissue/organ/organoid/scaffold/cell culture techniques and show flexibility to learn new skills and develop novel approaches for analysis.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The post-holder will be self-motivated, an excellent communicator and have the ability to work independently as well as in a team. Experience of contributing to publications/presentations and the ability to bring forward ideas for new research projects and research income generation are also essential for this role.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The post is offered on a full-time, fixed term basis. The post is available as soon as possible and is fixed for 2 years.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>Applications for flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/cv-and-supporting-statement">Click here</a> for information and advice on writing an effective <strong>Supporting Statement</strong>.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Monday 3rd April 2023. The first set of interviews will commence on Thursday 13th April 2023, later followed by the second round of interviews on Tuesday 25th April 2023.</div> </div>Research Assistant in Ovary Tissue Culture
Closes: April 3, 2023, noon; salary: Grade 6: £30,502 – £36,386 (with a discretionary range to £39,745) per annum.
<div> <p></p><div>The Nuffield Department of Women's & Reproductive Health (NDWRH) have an exciting opportunity for a Research Assistant in Ovarian Tissue Culture with a passion and enthusiasm for conservation.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>Many species of rhinoceros are critically endangered with just two females remaining of the Northern White Rhino. Therefore, it is critical to develop fertility preservation techniques for rhinos, however, very little is known about ovarian function in these species.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The aim of this project is to develop techniques to develop rhinoceros eggs from cryopreserved ovarian tissues.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>Reporting to Prof. Suzannah Williams, the post holder will be a member of her research group with responsibility for the analysis of fixed ovarian rhino tissue as well as optimising techniques to develop rhino follicles in vitro with analysis of function and quality. The focus is to optimise novel culture techniques to develop mature rhino ovarian follicles from primordial follicles in cryopreserved ovarian tissue.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The suitable candidate will hold a degree along with relevant experience in a biological subject, be skilled in tissue/organ/organoid/scaffold/cell culture techniques and show flexibility to learn new skills and develop novel approaches for analysis.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The post-holder will be self-motivated, an excellent communicator and have the ability to work independently as well as in a team. They will have the experience to write for publication, present research proposals and the ability to bring forward ideas for new research projects.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The post is offered on a full-time, fixed term basis. The post is available as soon as possible and is fixed for 2 years.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>Applications for flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement, listing each of the criteria in turn, and explain briefly how your skills and experience match these requirements as part of your online application. <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/cv-and-supporting-statement">Click here</a> for information and advice on writing an effective <strong>Supporting Statement</strong>.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Monday 3rd April 2023 and the first round of interviews will commence on Thursday 13th April, later followed by the second round of interviews on Tuesday 25th April 2023.</div><br> <div> </div> </div>Research Nurse/Midwife
Closes: April 3, 2023, noon; salary: Grade 6: £30,502 - £36,386 per annum (with a discretionary range of up to £39,795)
<div> <p></p><div>The Nuffield Department of Women’s & Reproductive Health are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated midwife/nurse to join our team and support the portfolio of clinical research. The successful applicant would support the set-up and delivery of NIHR CRN portfolio studies with support from the Senior Research Midwives.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The Oxford Safer Pregnancy Alliance (OSPREA) research unit is a joint venture between the University of Oxford and the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (OUHFT), based in the Women’s Centre of the John Radcliffe Hospital. It consists of a team of research midwifes, nurses, doctors, scientists and support staff who facilitate translational clinical research in the areas of obstetrics and gynaecology. OSPREA supports the recruitment to a range of observational and interventional studies/trials, both commercially and non-commercially funded. It is also acts as a vehicle for patient and public involvement.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>OSPREA work together with women to lead research into women’s health in the areas of reproduction, obstetrics and gynaecology. We conduct high quality studies that help improve the care of women before pregnancy, and women and their babies during and after pregnancy.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The post holder will work on a caseload of NIHR CRN portfolio research studies and will be responsible for just some of the following key tasks; understand the research protocols for all studies for which the post holder is responsible, identify and screen patients who may be eligible for inclusion in studies, liaise with clinical teams, the PI, and/or CI to successfully deliver studies, provide verbal and written information to patients considering participation and answer their questions (referring to the PI/CI for additional information when required), ensure that all consent and clinical procedures are carried out in strict accordance with the relevant research protocol,  including obtaining and processing clinical specimens, ordering test and investigations and administering medication (oral and IV).</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>Other key responsibilities for this role include recording data accurately, maintaining trial files and maintaining contact participants during trial procedures and follow-up.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The suitable candidate must be a registered qualified Nurse/Midwife with an interest in clinical research. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to use own initiative, accuracy and good organisation are also essential for this role.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The post is offered on a part-time basis (24 hours per week) and is fixed term until 31st March 2024 in the first instance.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>Applications for flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. Click here for information and advice on writing an effective <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/cv-and-supporting-statement">Supporting Statement</a></div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Monday 13 April 2023.</div> </div>