Postdoctoral Research Associate in Microbial Evolution and Symbiosis

About the role

We seek a motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to make use of spatial proteome and transcriptional cell atlas data to explore how two microbial cells can manifest stable endosymbiotic interactions. Working in a lively and interdisciplinary team you will have access to highly developed datasets and cutting-edge experimental platforms to develop understanding in how two microbes interact. The post can be focused on bioinformatics or laboratory work or a combination of the two.

About you

You will hold a relevant PhD/DPhil in molecular cell biology of symbioiotic systems, together with relevant experience. You will possess sufficient specialist knowledge in the discipline to work within established research programmes. Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write for publication, present research proposals and results, and represent the research group at meetings. You will be enthusiastic and committed to bringing interdisciplinary approaches to complex questions. You will have an eye for detail and a desire to bring projects to completion.

How to apply

The University of Oxford is committed to equal opportunity, and to being a place where everyone belongs and is supported to succeed. We recognise how the diversity of our community enriches our ability to deliver on our academic mission.

We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds, including those under-represented within higher education. No applicant or members of staff shall be unlawfully discriminated against on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

This post is full time (although applications to work 50% of full time are welcome) until 30 June 2027. The post and available immediately.

The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Tuesday 21 April 2026, interviews are likely to be scheduled for late April 2026. Applications for this vacancy are to be made online via our e-recruitment system, and you will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your online application.

Location: Life and Mind Building, South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3EL

Pay Scale: RESEARCH GRADE 7

Salary: £39,424 - £47,779 per annum

Vacancy ID: 185840