SGC Oxford - Research Assistant

Applications are invited for a highly motivated Research Assistant, to work on the structure and function of proteins linked to human disease within the Structural Genomics Consortium.

We are seeking an exceptional and motivated Research Assistant to work under the guidance of the Principal Investigator and a postdoctoral scientist on all aspects of the research in the group. You will purify a variety of proteins, pursue crystallisation projects, will test the quality of the proteins and crystals, perform biophysical characterisation (e.g. mass spec, ITC), and perform activity assays. After learning the core techniques, you will be expected to drive the optimisation and development of research methods, and to help in tutoring new students and members of staff in your areas of expertise. The job involves use of sophisticated equipment and extensive electronic documentation.

You will have a degree or equivalent combination of training and experience in molecular biology, biochemistry or chemistry and previous experience in protein expression in bacterial and/or baculoviral or mammalian systems. You will have previous experience in protein purification and experience in animal cell culture. You will be capable of managing multiple tasks in a milestone-oriented project with minimum supervision. Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write text that can be published, present data at conferences, and represent the research group at meetings

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online and you will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your online application.

This post is offered full-time on a fixed-term contract until 31 December 2021 and is funded by the Chordoma Foundation.

Please quote 145753 on all correspondence.

Only applications received before 12.00 noon on 23 March 2020 will be considered.