Postdoctoral Research Scientist – University of Oxford, UK

Summary

The Nuffield Department of Women’s and Reproductive Health at the University of Oxford is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Scientist to join the Oxford Endometriosis CaRe Centre (EndoCaRe). This role focuses on an exciting research programme investigating new therapeutic targets for endometriosis in collaboration with industrial partner Gedeon Richter.

Job Details

Research Area

The research programme aims to translate human genetic discoveries into potential new treatments for endometriosis. The project involves investigating cellular interactions involved in inflammation and disease progression, specifically focusing on macrophage biology and patient-derived organoids.

Job Description

The successful candidate will contribute to a multidisciplinary team and be responsible for the following tasks:

• Developing and optimising a macrophage–endometriosis co-culture system using patient-derived organoids and primary immune cells.
• Undertaking laboratory experiments including cell culture, flow cytometry, and other single-cell techniques.
• Analysing and interpreting research data for scientific publications and presentations.
• Working closely with industrial collaborators and contributing to research proposals.
• Providing guidance and supervision to graduate students and less experienced team members.
• Managing independent research activities while collaborating within a multidisciplinary environment.

Eligibility/Qualification

Candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Hold a PhD/DPhil (or be close to completion) in immunology or a related biomedical discipline.
• Possess specialist knowledge and practical experience in macrophage biology and in vitro experimental techniques.
• Demonstrate experience in managing research activities and a track record of contributing to peer-reviewed publications.
• Have excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Advantageous: Experience in epithelial tissue culture, human co-culture models, advanced cellular analysis techniques, or bioinformatics.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online via the University of Oxford recruitment portal. Applicants are required to upload a CV and a Supporting Statement. The Supporting Statement should clearly demonstrate, using specific examples, how your skills and experience meet the selection criteria for the post.

For informal enquiries, you may contact Dr Jennifer Southcombe at jen.southcombe@wrh.ox.ac.uk.

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Last Date for Apply

The closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on 26th November 2026. Interviews are expected to take place on 17th December 2026.