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University of Oxford; Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

     Deadline: May 16, 2024 | Published: May 2, 2024   16:30

     
                        
Duties: The Department of Chemistry is looking to appoint a Departmental Lecturer in Practical Chemistry (Inorganic) to support the delivery of its integrated practical chemistry course to undergraduate students. The Department of Chemistry hosts one of the largest cohorts of undergraduate students for its Masters of Chemistry degree. The course consists of both theory and practical teaching elements throughout the first three years, with the fourth year spent as a member of a research group
Requirements: You will hold a doctorate in Chemistry, and will have sufficient depth and breadth of knowledge of all branches of chemistry to deliver effective teaching of the integrated undergraduate practical course. You will have a demonstrable interest in and understanding of Chemical Education and the teaching of practical chemistry, including knowledge and understanding of modern pedagogic methods. You will have excellent communication, interpersonal, presentation, time-management and organisational skills. You will have a proven ability to work effectively and efficiently as an individual and collaboratively as a member of the team, and demonstrate tact, diplomacy and discretion in dealing with issues and people. A teaching qualification is desirable but not essential

University of Oxford; Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

     Deadline: May 20, 2024 | Published: May 2, 2024   16:18

     
                        
Duties: This project will focus on the design, expression and testing of the next generation of malaria transmission blocking vaccines as part of the UltiMalVax project. You will participate in the research project led by Professor Sumi Biswas to develop malaria transmission-blocking vaccines and contribute to wider project planning.This position offers the chance to gain valuable knowledge and training in both vaccine design and purification, as well as the overall vaccine development pipeline the Jenner Institute is renowned for
Requirements: To be successful in this role, you will hold a degree in a relevant biological subject, or a related discipline together with some practical laboratory experience with biological materials. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with keen attention to details. You will have ability to research complex issues and interpret and capable for working independently in a laboratory. Having experience in molecular biology techniques is highly desirable

University of Oxford; Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

     Deadline: May 28, 2024 | Published: May 2, 2024   15:53

     
                        
Duties: We are seeking a Research Assistant to support a flourishing research program led by Dr. Rachel Tanner, studying tuberculosis (TB) in humans and cattle with a focus on novel vaccine development and evaluation. The successful applicant will be required to work across a range of projects including identifying immune mechanisms/correlates of protection from TB, developing ex vivo models for TB vaccine screening, and evaluating the effects of environmental changes on mycobacteria. The work will be conducted at the Peter Medawar Building for Pathogen Research, Oxford
Requirements: The postholder will have a bachelor’s degree, excellent organisational and laboratory management skills, and will be a team-player able to support other members of the group including a postdoc, graduate and undergraduate project students as required. The role will include performing experiments and day-to-day laboratory duties such as ordering and maintaining consumables and equipment, preparing reagents and documentation, shipping and cataloguing samples, and analysing data. Attention to detail is essential

University of Oxford; Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

     Deadline: May 10, 2024 | Published: April 27, 2024   21:41

     
                        
Duties: Your responsibilities will include making a significant contribution to deep learning methodology for cardiovascular imaging, by developing novel deep learning algorithms, especially deep generative models, to unveil and assess pathological signals in CMR imaging. You will also develop and implement the latest deep learning models for CMR imaging and data analysis, using programming languages such as Python, TensorFlow, Keras and PyTorch
Requirements: You are required to hold or be close to complete a higher degree (DPhil/PhD) in a relevant area of research and have strong deep learning and machine learning programming skills. Experience in CMR image processing, good understanding of CMR scanning protocols would be desirable

University of Oxford; Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

     Deadline: May 24, 2024 | Published: April 27, 2024   21:31

     
                        
Duties: The postholder will work in close collaboration with the PIs and NWMO team to identify appropriate sampling strategies to ensure the quality of samples returned to the Oxford Laboratory environment. The postholder will be responsible for adapting existing, and developing new, analytical methodologies on both fluid and rock-core samples to determine helium and associated noble gas isotopic compositions. They will apply and develop existing diffusion models to account for the observed helium distribution in the context of gas and fluid transport and pore-fluid residence time over multiple scales. The postholder will also be responsible for providing leadership, input and advice on comparisons between fluid residence and migration with other relevant systems worldwide, as well as identifying new possibilities to generate fluid residence age and migration insights
Requirements: You will hold, or be close to completion of, a PhD/DPhil in a relevant field (e.g. noble gas geochemistry, groundwater residence geochemistry) together with experience relevant to the objectives of the projects. You will also possess sufficient specialist knowledge of groundwater dating proxies and have field and laboratory experience working with fluids and/or core samples. You must have the ability to manage your own academic research and associated activities and excellent communication skills including the ability to write for publication, present research proposals and results, and represent the research group at external meetings

University of Oxford; Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

     Deadline: May 10, 2024 | Published: April 26, 2024   11:56

     
                        
Duties: The successful candidate will contribute to the teaching of German within the Sub-Faculty of German by offering 16 hours of lectures or seminars per year (to be determined in consultation with the Sub-Faculty, but drawing on the appointee’s expertise). They will also be responsible for providing undergraduate tuition in German language and literature at Jesus College and Oriel College, and playing a part in running Modern Languages in the Colleges
Requirements: Ph.D. or D.Phil. in German, with a focus on modern (post-1770) German literature and/or culture

University of Oxford; Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

     Deadline: June 30, 2024 | Published: April 26, 2024   11:51

     
                        
Duties: The postholder will develop numerical models using finite-difference methods with increasing complexity and benchmark against analytical solutions, adapt the existing theoretical and computational frameworks, including rheological and thermochemical models, relevant for modelling magmatic-tectonic cycles at mid-ocean ridge. You will also write manuscripts, present at national and international conferences and workshops and collaborate with colleagues in research groups and partner institutions
Requirements: You will hold, (at the time of starting the post), a PhD/DPhil in a relevant field (e.g. geodynamics, theoretical and/or applied physics, engineering or applied mathematics) together with experience relevant to the objectives of the projects. You will also have experience with computational modelling of continuum mechanical phenomena based on the solution of partial differential equations. You must have the ability to manage your own academic research and associated activities and excellent communication skills including the ability to write for publication, present research proposals and results, and represent the research group at external meetings

University of Oxford; Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

     Deadline: May 29, 2024 | Published: April 26, 2024   11:45

     
                        
Duties: Successful applicants will join an exciting research project that aims to understand how cool temperatures, such as experienced during torpor, affect the cellular circadian clock. The circadian clock is a fundamental cellular timekeeper that impacts on most aspects of the physiology of cells and organisms. This BBSRC-funded project builds on recent findings from our labs that identified a novel link between extreme cooling and the circadian clock. We aim to exploit these insights to unravel the molecular mechanisms that underpin the rhythmic expression of circadian core clock genes
Requirements: Knowledge and experience of circadian biology; Previous work with mouse models; Holds a DPhil or equivalent; Capacity to plan and execute research programs; Ability to present and write research articles; Work within a team to deliver in a timely fashion

University of Oxford; Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

     Deadline: May 17, 2024 | Published: April 26, 2024   08:17

     
                        
Duties: The main duties of this post will be to conduct an independent research programme in clinical psychological science, and to give high-quality clinical research supervision at graduate level to students studying for the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. In addition, the postholder will contribute to the supervision of MSci projects undertaken by students in Experimental Psychology and provide advanced clinical psychology exposure at undergraduate level. They will have a strong commitment to open and reproducible science and be committed to educating students and training the next generation of clinical research leaders. Within the College the postholder will contribute to a vibrant interdisciplinary programme and in the support of postgraduate students across a variety of departments
Requirements: You should have a doctorate in Psychology or a related science; an ability to contribute to teaching and training of students studying for the Doctorate of Clinical Psychology and MSc in Experimental Psychology; a strong and developing track record of research in psychology; and current research funding or an independent research track record likely to attract competitive research grant funding. You will also be expected to participate in the administration of Reuben College and the Department of Experimental Psychology

University of Oxford; Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

     Deadline: May 8, 2024 | Published: April 25, 2024   14:39

     
                        
Duties: The appointee will organise and contribute to courses in Global and Imperial History at undergraduate and Masters level, including teaching on the MSt Global and Imperial History, and for the DPhil training seminar in Global and Imperial History, as well as preparing and delivering their own MSt option paper. The appointee will be expected to help cover teaching and supervision specifically with a focus on British Imperial History due to the retirement of Professor Jamie Belich, Beit Professor of Global and Imperial History, at the end of this academic year (2023-24)
Requirements: You will possess a completed doctorate in a relevant field, or have evidence that a doctorate is close to completion, as well as sufficient depth and breadth of knowledge in the subject to develop course materials and research proposals. You will have an aptitude for teaching, the ability to enthuse and inspire students and some experience of contributing to courses on the methodology and historiography of Global and Imperial History; knowledge or interest in the history of the British empire, as well as knowledge of one or more of the following fields: global history, the history of empire, and related regional histories. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, as well as professionalism as a colleague and a proven track record of working with others is essential

University of Oxford; Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

     Deadline: May 28, 2024 | Published: April 25, 2024   14:37

     
                        
Duties: The post holder will be responsible for characterising repair factors through structural biology techniques, with a focus on cryo-electron microscopy. Ideal candidates should have expertise in molecular cloning, protein expression, purification, and structural methods, preferably in crystallography and electron microscopy. Knowledge of DNA modification enzymes and a background in DNA damage and repair fields are highly desirable
Requirements: You will be required to have research experience in molecular cloning, cell culturing, cryo-electron microscopy, X-ray crystallography, and protein/complex characterization. A strong record of publishing in reputable journals and contributing to grant proposals is essential. Your role will involve managing research projects, mentoring junior researchers, collaborating internally and externally, and organizing and prioritizing work independently. Excellent written and oral communication skills, including presenting at international symposia and to non-specialist audiences, are also crucial

University of Oxford; Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

     Deadline: May 7, 2024 | Published: April 25, 2024   14:02

     
                        
Duties: You will be responsible for undertaking advanced academic study to underpin lectures and class teaching as well as lecture, tutor, (conduct practical classes using laboratory or workshop equipment), and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students. You will be tasked with managing independent research projects or specific areas of research within a broad programme, to include: developing research questions within a specific context; conducting original research; analysing qualitative and/or quantitative data from a variety of sources, and developing appropriate analytical protocols and techniques to support research. You will also be responsible for liaising with examiners and academic staff regarding student performance and the development of new modules, and with funding bodies, stakeholders, and researchers in related fields to share information and expertise
Requirements: To be successful in this role, you will hold a relevant DPhil degree in a topic related to global health modelling, together with post-qualification experience. You will have expertise in infectious disease modelling and analytical techniques and demonstrate an interest in modelling for global health, and you will have experience with developing and delivering teaching as well as sufficient depth and breadth of knowledge in infectious disease modelling to develop course units

University of Oxford; Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

     Deadline: May 10, 2024 | Published: April 25, 2024   13:34

     
                        
Duties: As a Research Assistant in Epidemiology and Health Data Sciences you will support the analysis and management for studies on our portfolio using routinely collected data mapped to the OMOP Common Data Model. You will contribute to the development of study documentation for our studies, you will use R packages to run a number of pre-specified analyses and you will conduct and support research activities based on your relevant expertise area. You will contribute to publications, scientific reports and journal articles as well as the presentation of data/papers at conferences and other scientific meetings
Requirements: You will hold a relevant post-graduate degree in Epidemiology or a related field together with experience in biostatistics and/or health data sciences. Experience in programming statistical analyses, preferably in R and experience in writing scientific documents, e.g. study reports, manuscripts are essential. As are ability to work within multi-disciplinary teams and independently, good communication skills and excellent team working skills. Experience in the analysis or interpretation of OMOP-mapped data, experience in working with electronic medical records/routinely collected/real world data and experience in generating phenotypes are desirable

University of Oxford; Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

     Deadline: May 7, 2024 | Published: April 24, 2024   13:58

     
                        
Duties: The Faculty of Law seeks to appoint a half-time Departmental Lecturer in Taxation during the academic years 2024-2025 and 2025-2026, to meet a shortfall in teaching needs pending a review of the teaching requirements of the programme. The Departmental Lecturer will be required to undertake teaching and supervision at graduate level in the field of Tax Law, and participate in the broader running of the part-time MSc in Taxation and other taxation courses in the Law Faculty. Some of the teaching for the MSc in Taxation compulsory and elective courses take place at weekends and outside Oxford term dates, including the residential programmes in September (to commence in September 2024). The Departmental Lecturer will be a member of the Taxation teaching and research group, and will report to the Vice Dean of the Law Faculty
Requirements: Applicants must have evidence of the ability to undertake high-quality scholarship and research in Taxation Law commensurate with their career experience; the capacity to pursue an independent scholarly and research agenda; hold, or be close to completion of, a postgraduate degree (PhD/DPhil or Masters) with a focus on Taxation Law and have the ability to provide outstanding teaching and supervision to high-achieving students in the taught postgraduate programmes

University of Oxford; Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

     Deadline: May 7, 2024 | Published: April 24, 2024   13:53

     
                        
Duties: The postholder will be required to plan and deliver the core Research Design and Data Collection course and teach or contribute to up to three seminar options in the MSc in Criminology and Criminal Justice as required; plan and deliver up to six one-hour lectures and one class for the third-year law option ‘Criminology and Criminal Justice’; supervise the dissertations of MSc students in Criminology; undertake advanced academic study to underpin lectures and class teaching; engage in assessment and university examining; take an active part in the work of the Centre for Criminology under the direction of the Director of the Centre, including acting (if so requested) as a member of the Board of Studies and/or other committees of the Centre or the Faculty of Law
Requirements: Applicants should have excellent knowledge and understanding of criminology and criminal justice; hold, by the time of appointment, or be close to holding, a doctorate in Criminology, or a related discipline; experience of university teaching at an undergraduate or postgraduate level; preference may be given to candidates with experience of delivering seminars at postgraduate level and a demonstrated capacity to make a substantial and significant contribution to research

University of Oxford; Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

     Deadline: May 15, 2024 | Published: April 24, 2024   13:48

     
                        
Duties: You will be responsible for conducting processing and detailed analysis of a variety of ‘omics datasets, including bulk and single cell transcriptomic data, whole-genome and exome DNA sequencing data, proteomic data and metabolomic data across a range of parallel projects. You will provide bioinformatics advice to the IMCM research project teams and plan new analyses that will progress the IMCM research projects. Keeping meticulous, detailed records of your work and committing to performing cloud-based analyses on the IMCM data platform is a key part of this role, along with preparing manuscripts for publication and contributing to written and oral presentations/reports as required
Requirements: It is essential that you hold a relevant post-graduate qualification in bioinformatics, computational biology, biostatistics, applied mathematics, or related discipline, and have experience handling and analysing various types of ‘omics data types, such as RNA-Seq, whole genome or exome sequencing data, single cell profiling, ChIP-Seq, proteomics, and metabolomics. You will be able to plan and oversee programmes of technical work to a successful conclusion by agreed deadlines. Experience of programming languages including Python and R is essential, along with experience of developing and maintaining bioinformatics pipelines and workflows. Previous experience of working on neuroscience projects, such as on Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, ALS or another neurodegenerative disease is highly desirable

University of Oxford; Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

     Deadline: May 10, 2024 | Published: April 24, 2024   13:34

     
                        
Duties: This postdoc position will be part of an exciting project exploring the principles of biodiversity and sustainability with an emphasis on quantifying large mammal movement, decision-making, and population dynamics. The postdoc selected in this project will develop quantitative models to produce movement, decision, and population estimates from a diversity of data sources including, but not limited to, camera traps, GPS collars, and acoustic sensors. The selected candidate will have experience of coding and running computer simulations of dynamic complex systems. Experience with technological sensor development for empirical data collection would also be valuable
Requirements: The selected candidate will have a PhD, or be close to finishing a PhD, in quantitative ecology, or equivalent. The post is initially offered for 18 months with the possibility of extension. The project will start in June 2024, but a later start date can be arranged

University of Oxford; Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

     Deadline: June 3, 2024 | Published: April 24, 2024   13:28

     
                        
Duties: This appointment will add further strength to the Department’s research in Control Engineering. This includes, on the theory end, large-scale, embedded, robust and distributed optimisation, polynomial/sum of squares methods and optimal, robust and model predictive control. At the same time, the group covers applications ranging from Biology to battery/energy management systems, transportation, aerospace manufacturing systems and agriculture. Applications from candidates with research interests both within and complementary to the above areas are welcome
Requirements: Candidates will have a strong research background, including a doctorate in Control Engineering or its applications, and will be expected to engage in and lead high-quality original research. They will be able to secure external research funding and engage in the management of research projects. This will require the supervision of research students and research assistants. They will lecture undergraduate courses and give six hours of tutorials per week during the eight weeks of the undergraduate term. They will have the ability to teach effectively, both at undergraduate and graduate levels, and have excellent interpersonal skills for undertaking tutorial teaching

University of Oxford; Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

     Deadline: May 22, 2024 | Published: April 24, 2024   12:59

     
                        
Duties: To expand, pancreatic cancer cells must first adapt to the acidic conditions in tumours by implementing adaptations involving ‘survival genes’, which also represent vulnerabilities for new therapies to target. We propose to derail cancer progression using DNA-binding molecules, called triplex-forming oligonucleotides (TFOs), that inactivate these survival genes in the most metabolically active and acid-resistant cells responsible for driving aggressive disease
Requirements: The successful applicant will have experience in working with nucleic acids, in delivering constructs to cells, and in performing assays; demonstrable skills in cell culture are essential; experience in developing therapy is desirable, although training will be provided, if necessary. Applicants must hold, or be close to completion of, a PhD/DPhil in a relevant field, such as biochemistry, molecular biology, oncology, or chemistry

University of Oxford; Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

     Deadline: May 10, 2024 | Published: April 18, 2024   08:51

     
                        
Duties: You should have a higher degree (DPhil/PhD) and postdoctoral experience in a relevant biologically-related science; a strong track record of published research and research funding; experience of undergraduate teaching; proven ability to contribute to the teaching, training and supervision of graduate students; good communication and interpersonal skills; the ability and commitment to undertake a range of administrative duties within both the Department and the College, and to contribute to outreach activities and widening access
Requirements: Depending on your research topic, you will join one of our highly interactive interdisciplinary research themes applying biochemical, biophysical and computational approaches to major questions in cell & developmental biology, genetics, microbiology, human health and infectious disease processes. High quality laboratory & office space will be provided in the newly completed Dorothy Crowfoot Hodgkin Building housing the Biochemistry Department and our research facilities

University of Oxford; Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

     Deadline: May 7, 2024 | Published: April 16, 2024   16:29

     
                        
Duties: We are seeking a full-time Postdoctoral Research Assistant who will work with Professor Malavika Nair and the SMARTBio Team to develop prototype regenerative and therapeutic technologies for cardiac tissue engineering using extracellular matrix derived constructs, at the Department of Engineering Science, Institute of Biomedical Engineering, Botnar Research Centre, Headington. The post is funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) and is fixed-term until April 2027
Requirements: You should hold a relevant PhD/DPhil (or be near completion) in fields such as biomedical, electrical or materials engineering, together with relevant experience. You should also have sufficient specialist knowledge in the discipline to work within established research programmes (i.e. experience with fabricating electronics and cell culture), as well as excellent communication skills

University of Oxford; Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

     Deadline: May 13, 2024 | Published: April 16, 2024   16:17

     
                        
Duties: The Faculty of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies aims to appoint a Departmental Lecturer (DL) in Egyptology, for 12 months to cover the teaching and certain other duties of a permanent post-holder during a period of research leave. (You must be able to start by 1st September 2024.) This position is a great opportunity for a highly promising scholar to develop their career through research, teaching and collaborative work in Egyptology at Oxford. The successful candidate will play an active and valued role in teaching the Faculty’s undergraduate and graduate courses in the area, particularly in the field of Middle Egyptian texts
Requirements: You will have completed, or be very close to completing a doctorate in Egyptology, and possess a solid breadth and depth of knowledge of the major phases of Egyptian language. Your knowledge of Middle Egyptian texts and the hieratic script will be sufficient to teach, develop course materials and undertake relevant research. You must have an aptitude for academic administration, and a commitment to communicating and publishing research in your field of study. Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills are also essential

University of Oxford; Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

     Deadline: May 7, 2024 | Published: April 16, 2024   14:44

     
                        
Duties: The person appointed will be expected to be able to deliver lectures in Philosophy of Language to undergraduates, to provide graduate teaching (classes or supervision) to Master’s students, and to provide an average of 8 contact hours per week during term-time of undergraduate tutorial teaching for Magdalen College. In addition, the appointed person will conduct research in Philosophy, and will undertake administration for the Faculty and the College including, but not limited to, participating in the annual admissions exercises and acting as assessor for undergraduate and graduate examinations
Requirements: The successful candidate should normally have received the degree of PhD or DPhil in Philosophy, or a closely related discipline, or at least have submitted a completed doctoral dissertation for examination by the closing date for applications to this post

University of Oxford; Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

     Deadline: May 9, 2024 | Published: April 16, 2024   14:44

     
                        
Duties: You will be responsible for expressing and purifying human helicase proteins for assay development and X-ray crystallography and Cryo-electron microscopy. You will manage your own academic research on a small number of helicase targets concurrently and administrative activities. You will provide support in contributing ideas for new research projects, develop ideas for generating research income and present detailed research proposals to senior researchers. Additionally, you will execute bench level experiments with the expectation that you will be able to write protocols, contribute to the design of experimental plans and develop new scientific techniques
Requirements: It is essential that you hold a PhD/DPhil (or close to completion) in protein crystallography/structural biology, or a related subject together with experience in protein production using bacteria, insect cells and mammalian expression systems. You will be able to manage your own research and take responsibility for administrative activities such as management of lab reagent stock and lab book writing. You will have excellent communication skills and able to collaborate effectively within a team. Having experience in Helicase biology or DNA repair field is desirable

University of Oxford; Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

     Deadline: May 7, 2024 | Published: April 13, 2024   13:01

     
                        
Duties: The Faculty of Philosophy and Corpus Christi College intend to appoint to the Sekyra and White’s Professorship of Moral Philosophy with effect from 1 October 2024, or as soon as possible thereafter. This post is a statutory professorship, which is the most senior academic grade at Oxford. The Sekyra and White’s Professor will play a leading role in research and teaching in moral philosophy at Oxford and will be a Professorial Fellow of Corpus Christi College
Requirements: We are looking for a philosopher of the highest international standing, with an outstanding record of research and publication in moral philosophy (broadly construed, to include normative ethics, metaethics, moral psychology, the philosophy of action, the philosophy of value, and history of ethics). You should have a breadth of interests within moral philosophy, and enthusiasm for engaging with those working in other areas of philosophy. You will have the ability to teach and inspire students at all levels, and the ability and readiness to undertake senior administrative roles. You will have demonstrated academic leadership of the highest quality, and be ready to represent and promote the interests of moral philosophy in Oxford, and to generate interest in the subject within the academic community and beyond

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