Research Assistant
University of Oxford
Research Assistant
£39705
University of Oxford, Headington, Oxford
- Full time
- Temporary
- Onsite working
Posted 2 weeks ago, 31 Aug | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: b4de2acdb2bc42e4842c2263f7a6b481
Full Job Description
We are seeking a Research Assistant to work with the Gene Medicine Group to develop gene theraputics for a range of lung diseases. The group is directed by Professors Deborah Gill and Steve Hyde at the University of Oxford, and based at the John Radcliffe Hospital.
The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic team-worker willing to support multiple gene therapy projects. The applicant will contribute to the production and testing of new Lentiviral vectors for therapeutic application, which will include the large-scale manufacture of purified virus batches.
This is a unique opportunity for a research scientist to contribute to the clinical development of new gene therapy products from first inception, proof-of-concept testing through to succesful manufacturing. The successful candidate will hold a Bachelors or Masters degree in a relevant biological science subject with expertise in molecular/cell biology and relevant laboratory experience in line with the duties of the posts, as outlined in the Job Description.