Question 1

What qualifications are required for the Postdoctoral Research Scientist in Statistics role?

Accepted Answer

You must hold or be close to completing a PhD/DPhil in computational chemistry , structural biology / bioinformatics , statistics , machine learning or a related field. A strong track record applying genetics-based , physicochemistry-based and structure-based computational/statistical methodologies to biological data is essential, plus prior experience with high-performance computing (HPC) infrastructure. Explore more on postdoc opportunities and research jobs .

Question 2

What are the main responsibilities in this statistics postdoc position?

Accepted Answer

Responsibilities include computational analysis and optimisation of cancer-related B-cell receptors (BCRs)/antibodies , analysing tumour microenvironment BCRs, prioritising sequences for cloning, guiding clone optimisation, and building a future-proof database. You will use the OPIG compute cluster , liaise with the Cancer Antibody Atlas team, and develop innovative immunoinformatics algorithms. Check postdoctoral success tips .

Question 3

What is the application process and deadline for this Oxford postdoc job?

Accepted Answer

Apply online before 12 midday on 16 March 2026 , uploading a CV and supporting statement addressing each selection criterion with examples. Quote Vacancy ID: 185326 . No other documents initially. Contact recruitment@ndm.ox.ac.uk . See free resume template and cover letter template for help.

Question 4

What is the salary, contract type, and location for this role?

Accepted Answer

Salary is Research Grade 7: £39,424 - £47,779 p.a. (discretionary to £53,483), including Oxford University Weighting of £1,730 p.a. (pro rata). Full-time fixed-term contract until 31 May 2027 , funded by Ludwig. Location: Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research , Oxford OX3 7DQ . View professor salaries and university salaries for context.

Question 5

What research groups and projects will I work with?

Accepted Answer

Join Professor Xin Lu’s Group at Ludwig Institute and affiliate with OPIG (Oxford Protein Informatics Group) . Part of the Cancer Antibody Atlas project (£20m CRUK/NIH grant) studying BCRs in tumour microenvironments. Access OPIG compute resources and collaborate on immunoinformatics , AI, and open-source tools. Learn more via research assistant jobs and clinical research jobs .

Question 6

Is visa sponsorship available for international applicants?

Accepted Answer

Visa sponsorship is not mentioned in the job posting. Check the full listing and contact recruitment@ndm.ox.ac.uk for eligibility. International candidates should review higher ed postdoc jobs and Oxford's policies.

Postdoctoral Research Scientist – Statistics

University of Oxford

Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research, Old Road Campus Research Building, Roosevelt Drive, Headington, Oxford, OX3 7DQ

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