Question 1

What qualifications are required for this Postdoctoral Research Assistant role?

Accepted Answer

You must hold a relevant PhD/DPhil (or be close to completion) in cardiovascular pharmacology or a related field. Essential experience includes isolating sarcoplasmic reticulum vesicles and cardiac myocytes from rodent hearts, performing single-channel recordings in lipid bilayers, Ca2+-imaging in myocytes, and managing rodent colonies. See our postdoc success guide for preparation tips.

Question 2

What research techniques will the Postdoctoral Researcher use?

Accepted Answer

The role focuses on RyR2 mutations linked to CPVT using single-channel recordings of RyR2 in artificial lipid bilayers and Ca2+-imaging in isolated cardiac myocytes. Additional techniques include isolating sarcoplasmic reticulum vesicles and Langendorff-perfused heart preparations. Explore research jobs for similar opportunities.

Question 3

Is this a fixed-term or permanent Postdoctoral position?

Accepted Answer

This is a fixed-term position funded by the British Heart Foundation until 31 July 2028. It is available immediately with applications closing at 12 noon on 19 June 2026. For contract advice, visit fixed-term contract guidance .

Question 4

What is the application process for this Oxford Postdoc role?

Accepted Answer

Submit your application by 12 noon on Friday 19 June 2026 via the University of Oxford portal. Prepare a strong academic CV and cover letter highlighting your cardiovascular pharmacology experience. Use our academic CV guide and cover letter template .

Question 5

What career benefits come with this Postdoctoral Research Assistant position?

Accepted Answer

Gain advanced expertise in cardiovascular pharmacology and RyR2 research at a world-leading institution. The role supports independent research, technique development, and contributions to new projects. Progress your career with resources like our postdoc thriving guide .

Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Cardiovascular Pharmacology

University of Oxford

Department of Pharmacology, Mansfield Road, Oxford OX1 3QT

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