"Postdoctoral Research Associate in Structural Cell Virology"

About the role

We’re seeking an ambitious, motivated, and hard-working Postdoctoral Research Associate to join Dr Antoni Wrobel’s lab. Our small research team investigates molecular mechanisms underlying viral evolution and host changes. You will be working on a project that will focus on understanding how some viruses can change their receptor specificity from glycan- to protein-binding and how the receptor selection may influence the mechanism of viral entry. Answering these questions will help us understand some past pandemics and better prepare for those in future.

This full-time fixed-term post is funded by the Wellcome Trust for up to 3 years in the first instance. The actual starting salary offered will be based on qualifications and relevant skills acquired and will also be determined by the funding available.

About you

Applicants will hold a PhD/DPhil or be near completion of a PhD/DPhil in a subject relative to Structural Biology, Biochemistry, or Biophysics. You should be driven, have experience in protein production, the analysis of interactions between macromolecules, and good background in structural biology and biophysics. Since your project will likely use a combination of single particle cryoEM, cryoET, and X-ray crystallography, you should be an expert in at least one of those techniques and keen to learn the others. You also should have a deep interest in molecular mechanisms underlying biological processes and – if not experience – ardent interest in structural virology. Experience with several eukaryotic expression systems, complex protein chemistry, and challenging biophysics including development of new assays would all be a plus. Enthusiasm for working in a laboratory environment and in a small team is also expected, as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills.

What We Offer

Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including: An excellent contributory pension scheme, 38 days annual leave, A comprehensive range of childcare services, Family leave schemes, Cycle loan scheme, Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs, Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans. The University also runs an enormous amount of social groups and sports clubs for those looking for more than just a great place to work.

Application Process

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online via www.recruit.ox.ac.uk and Vacancy ID 181466. You will be required to upload your curriculum vitae and a supporting statement, setting out how you meet the selection criteria for the post, using examples of your skills and experience. As part of your application, you will be asked to provide details of two referees and indicate whether we can contact them now. For further details, please refer to the How to apply section of the job description. Any further enquires may be directed to recruitment@bioch.ox.ac.uk. The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Monday 15th September 2025. Only applications received before this time can be considered. Interviews for shortlisted candidates to be held as soon as possible thereafter.