Postdoctoral in Physical Chemistry: The Department of Chemistry at the University of Oxford is seeking a highly qualified Postdoctoral Research Associate to join the Robinson Lab’s translational research programme, funded by a leading pharmaceutical company. This full-time position is fixed-term for 18 months, commencing on 5 January 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter.
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Physical Chemistry
Designation
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Research Area
Physical Chemistry, focusing on top-down native mass spectrometry and its applications to membrane proteins and pharmaceutical targets.
Location
Kavli Institute for Nanoscience Discovery, Dorothy Crowfoot Hodgkin Building, New Biochemistry Building, South Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3QU, UK.
Eligibility/Qualification
- A PhD/DPhil in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Analytical Chemistry, Structural Biology, or a related discipline.
- Demonstrable experience working with membrane proteins (expression, purification, stabilization).
- Familiarity with mass spectrometry techniques and sample preparation workflows is essential.
- Proven ability to drive independent research and work effectively within collaborative programmes.
- A strong publication record appropriate to career stage.
- Excellent organizational skills and clear written and verbal communication.
Desirable:
- Familiarity with native mass spectrometry, lipid–protein interactions, or ligand-binding assays.
- Prior exposure to biotech or industry-linked translational research programmes.
Job Description
The successful candidate will lead experimental studies integrating top-down native mass spectrometry, lipidomics, and ligand screening, defining how small molecules and lipids modulate pharmaceutical targets. Responsibilities include:
- Designing and executing mass spectrometry workflows.
- Developing new methodologies for analyzing heterogeneous protein–lipid assemblies.
- Collaborating closely with industrial partners to translate mechanistic findings into actionable research outputs.
- Contributing to publications, reports, and presentations at national and international meetings.
- Supporting the supervision of junior researchers within the group.
How to Apply
Applications must be made online and should include an uploaded supporting statement and CV. The supporting statement must address how you meet each of the selection criteria using relevant examples.
Last Date to Apply
4 December 2025, at 12:00 noon
Contact Information:
- Email: recruitment@chem.ox.ac.uk
- Vacancy ID: 183606
Additional Information
The University of Oxford and The Department of Chemistry are Silver Athena SWAN holders. Applications are particularly welcomed from women and candidates from black and ethnic minority backgrounds, who are under-represented in Chemistry research posts at Oxford.
