Research Assistant in Molecular Virology
University of Oxford, New Headington, Oxford
Research Assistant in Molecular Virology
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University of Oxford, New Headington, Oxford
- Full time
- Temporary
- Onsite working
Posted 6 days ago, 20 Oct | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.
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Location ref: New Headington, Oxford
Full Job Description
We are seeking to appoint a Research Assistant in Molecular Virology to join the Molecular Virology group at the CAMS Oxford Institute, Nuffield Department of Medicine. Working under the supervision of Dr Peter Wing, you will contribute to research investigating the complex interactions between viruses and host cells, with a particular focus on the relationship between cellular oxygen sensing and viral replication. The project aims to identify new host-directed pathways to combat respiratory viral infections.
You will be responsible for growing and maintaining viral cultures in containment level 2 and 3 laboratories, performing molecular biology, immunological and biochemical techniques, and conducting siRNA screens in cellular infection models. Your role will include maintaining human and mammalian cell lines, generating knockout and knockdown cell lines using CRISPR/siRNA, performing live-cell imaging, and collecting and analysing scientific data. You will also contribute to experimental design, scientific publications, collaborative research projects and the day-to-day management of the laboratory.
This position is offered full time on a fixed term contract for 12 months, with the possibility of extension and is funded by ARIA.