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Research Assistant in Comparative and Translational Neuroscience

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John Radcliffe Hospital, Headington, Oxford, OX3 9DU

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Research Assistant in Comparative and Translational Neuroscience

Research Grade 6

05-May-2026 12:00

Location

John Radcliffe Hospital, Headington, Oxford, OX3 9DU

University of Oxford

Type

Full-time, Fixed-term (12 months)

Salary

Research Grade 6

Required Qualifications

Computational analysis pipelines
Neuroimaging data comparison
High-throughput data processing
Cross-species neuroscience translation

Research Areas

Comparative Neuroscience
Translational Neuroscience
Neuroimaging
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Research Assistant in Comparative and Translational Neuroscience

Location

Nuffield Department of Clinical Neurosciences (NDCN), Oxford Centre for Integrative Neuroimaging (OxCIN), John Radcliffe Hospital, Headington, Oxford, OX3 9DU

Description

The post holder will be a member of a research group that aims to use between-species neuroimaging to improve the translation from preclinical to clinical neuroscience.

The post holder will have responsibility for co-developing and implementing computational analysis pipeline for comparing neuroimaging and other high-throughput data across species.

Please see the below 'Job Description' for further details on the responsibilities and selection criteria, as well as further information about the university and how to apply.

The post is full time for a fixed term of 12 months in the first instance.

Only applications received before 12.00 midday on Tuesday 5th May will be considered.

Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.

Job Description (340.3 KB)

Contact

Contact Person: NDCN HR Recruitment
Email: recruitment@ndcn.ox.ac.uk
Vacancy ID: 186204
Closing Date & Time: 05-May-2026 12:00
Pay Scale: RESEARCH GRADE 6

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Frequently Asked Questions

🔬What are the main responsibilities of this Research Assistant role?

The post holder will join a research group focused on between-species neuroimaging to enhance translation from preclinical to clinical neuroscience. Key duties include co-developing and implementing a computational analysis pipeline for comparing neuroimaging and other high-throughput data across species. Review the full Job Description for detailed responsibilities and selection criteria. For similar roles, explore research assistant jobs or clinical research jobs.

🎓What qualifications and skills are required for this position?

Candidates should have expertise in computational neuroscience, neuroimaging analysis, and handling high-throughput data. Experience with cross-species data comparison and pipeline development is essential. Selection criteria are outlined in the Job Description. Build your skills via postdoctoral research advice or check research jobs for preparation tips.

📅What is the application deadline and process?

Applications must be received before 12:00 midday on 05-May-2026. Submit via the university portal, referencing Vacancy ID: 186204. Interviews will follow shortly after. See the Job Description link for application instructions and contact recruitment@ndcn.ox.ac.uk for queries. Use our free resume template to prepare.

⏱️What is the employment type and duration?

This is a full-time, fixed-term position for 12 months in the first instance, based at John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford. No teaching load mentioned; focus is on research in comparative and translational neuroscience. View related postdoc jobs for similar fixed-term opportunities.

📍Where is the position located and who to contact?

Located at Nuffield Department of Clinical Neurosciences (NDCN), Oxford Centre for Integrative Neuroimaging (OxCIN), John Radcliffe Hospital, Headington, Oxford, OX3 9DU. Contact: NDCN HR Recruitment at recruitment@ndcn.ox.ac.uk. Learn more about university jobs in Oxford.

💰What is the pay scale for this role?

The position is on the Research Grade 6 pay scale. Exact figures depend on university scales; check the Job Description for details. Compare with professor salaries or university salaries for context in higher education.
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