Research Assistant

Overview

The University of Oxford is offering a full-time, fixed-term position for a Research Assistant within the Jarvis group at the Department of Biology. The successful candidate will be based at the Life and Mind Building on South Parks Road in Oxford, United Kingdom. This role centers on a project investigating the assembly mechanism of the chloroplast-associated protein degradation system, known as CHLORAD, which regulates chloroplast proteins to support plant growth and environmental resilience.

Who can apply

Candidates must hold a bachelor degree in a relevant discipline and possess sufficient specialist knowledge to execute the project work effectively. Applicants are required to have substantial relevant research experience in molecular biology or protein biochemistry, alongside demonstrated experience in following and adapting protocols while selecting appropriate experimental methodologies.

What you get

The position provides a salary of thirty-six thousand three hundred sixty pounds per annum, which is inclusive of Oxford University weighting. The employment contract is full-time at thirty-seven and a half hours per week and is structured as a fixed-term appointment.

Requirements

The role involves managing independent research under the guidance of senior staff, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to broader project planning. Individuals must be capable of establishing appropriate methodologies for hypothesis testing and finding technical alternatives when challenges emerge. Candidates must submit a supporting statement and a CV through the online e-recruitment system.

How to apply

Submissions for this vacancy must be completed online via the designated e-recruitment platform, requiring candidates to upload both a CV and a supporting statement.

Key dates

The application period closes at 12:00 noon on 24 November 2026.