Postdoctoral Research Associate in Microbiome – Antibiotic interactions

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Full time
Location: Oxford
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Job offered by: University of Oxford
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We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated

Postdoctoral Research Associate

to join the lab of Dr Mathew Stracy, based in the Sir William Dunn School of Pathology, University of Oxford. This project aims to understand how antibiotics cause collateral damage to gut microbial communities.

The post-holder will be responsible for managing their own academic research and administrative activities. You will plan and execute experimental work in vivo and in vitro to understand how antibiotics affect target strains of interest within gut microbial communities.

The post-holder should hold, or be close to completion of, a PhD in a relevant subject (microbiology, biological sciences, mucosal immunology or a related field). You should have an excellent knowledge of the gut microbiome and an excellent understanding of antimicrobial resistance mechanisms. You should have prior experience performing experiments with synthetic or natural microbial communities in anaerobic conditions. Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

This is a fixed-term appointment available for 2 years in the first instance. If you are interested in this role, and have the skills and experience we are looking for, please apply online. You will be required to upload a CV and supporting statement as part of your online application. Informal enquiries should be directed to Dr Mathew Stracy via email:

mathew.stracy@path.ox.ac.uk .

Only applications submitted online and received before noon on

Monday 17 February 2025

will be considered. Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.

At the Dunn School, we are committed to supporting the professional and career development of our postdocs and research staff. To help them thrive and achieve their ambitions, we have created a comprehensive range of opportunities and initiatives designed to provide an exceptional launchpad for their future careers.

Contact Person:

Mrs Marina Katash

Vacancy ID:

177759

Contact Phone:

[Insert Phone Number]

Closing Date & Time:

17-Feb-2025 12:00

Pay Scale:

RESEARCH GRADE 7

Contact Email:

marina.katash@path.ox.ac.uk

Salary (£):

Salary in a range £38,674 - £44,382 per annum

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