Research Assistant – translational impacts of targeting CDK9

About the role

We are looking for a research assistant to work in our laboratory in Oxford (Old Road Campus Research Building).

The role involves culturing cell-lines and organoids; selecting, following and adapting molecular biology protocols including library prep for sequencing (Illumina, ONT) and protein extraction for proteomics. In addition, performing SDS-PAGE, Western blotting, qRT-PCR, flow cytometry and confocal microscopy.

You will be working as part of our multidisciplinary/multi-group team. The project is co-led by Professor Ian Mills (Nuffield Department of Surgical Sciences (NDS)) and Associate Professor Harri Itkonen (University of Oslo and University of Helsinki) and you will be working closely with Dr. Agata Carreira (University of Oxford) in the laboratory.

About you

You will hold a Master’s degree in biomedical sciences, together with some laboratory experience. You will be experienced in cellular and molecular biology techniques with a focus on protein biochemistry and transcription. You will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, and ability to communicate results clearly in presentations and project reports.

This full-time position is available immediately and fixed-term until May 2027.

Application Process

If you would like to discuss this role please contact please contact Professor Ian Mills: ian.mills@nds.ox.ac.uk or Dr. Agata Carreira: agata.carreira@nds.ox.ac.uk.

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online. You will be required to upload a supporting statement, setting out how you meet the selection criteria, curriculum vitae and the names and contact details of two referees as part of your online application. Please quote reference NDSA984 on all correspondence.

Only applications received before noon on Monday 15th June 2026 can be considered.

Interviews will be held on Monday 29th June 2026.