Research Assistant GO-PRECISE

**Grade 06RS:** **£ 34,982 - £ 40,855 per annum**



**Location: Old Road Campus Research Building and John Radcliffe Hospital**



**Contract type: Fixed term until 31st December 2027**



**Hours: Full-time**





**About the role**





We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated Research Assistant to join
the Tumour Evolution and Cell Identity Laboratory as part of the GO-PRECISE
Alliance between the University of Oxford and GlaxoSmithKline (GSK). This
pioneering project focuses on the development of a preventative vaccine
against cancer. The role presents a unique opportunity to contribute to
cutting-edge cancer research within a collaborative and translational research
environment.





The successful candidate will be responsible for the collection, processing,
and maintenance of human tumour samples, growing these as organoids (3D tumour
cultures in vitro). This work will support crucial vaccine development efforts
through immuno-profiling and molecular characterisation of cancerous tissues.





You will be based primarily in the Old Road Campus Research Building, with
responsibilities also requiring retrieval of human tissue samples from the
endoscopy department at the John Radcliffe Hospital and from operating
theatres at the Churchill Hospital. As a key member of the Buczacki Laboratory
and the GO-PRECISE Oxford team, you will work closely with clinicians,
scientists, and industry collaborators to advance this ambitious research
programme.





**About you**





The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic and organised individual with a
strong background in cancer biology, molecular biology, or a related
biomedical science field. You should be comfortable handling human tissue
samples and working in a collaborative research environment. You will hold a
degree in biomedical sciences, molecular biology, cancer biology or a related
discipline. You will also be experienced in molecular and cellular biology
techniques, such as immunohistochemistry, qPCR, or flow cytometry and show
strong organisational, record keeping skills. You will also be willing to
handle and process human tissue samples in compliance with ethical and
regulatory guidelines.





**Additional Information**



This full-time post is available immediately and is fixed term until 31st
December 2027 in the first instance. We welcome applications for part-time
hours and flexible working arrangements.





**Application Process**



If you would like to discuss this role, please contact Prof. Simon Buczacki on
simon.buczacki@nds.ox.ac.uk





Applications for this vacancy are to be made online. You will be required to
upload a supporting statement, setting out how you meet the selection
criteria, curriculum vitae and the names and contact details of two referees
as part of your online application. Please quote reference NDSA954 on all
correspondence.





Only applications received before noon Thursday 27th March 2025 can be
considered.





**Interviews will be held on Tuesday 8th April 2025.**





**Committed to equality and valuing diversity**





The University of Oxford is committed to equality and valuing diversity. We
encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.