Postdoctoral Research Assistant: Cancer: The Centre for Human Genetics at the University of Oxford is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Assistant position within the CRC-STARS team. This role involves analyzing and interpreting spatial transcriptomic data to enhance understanding of colorectal cancer therapy responses.
Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Spatial Analysis of Spatial Transcriptomics for Therapy Response in Colorectal Cancer
Designation
Postdoctoral Research Assistant
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Spatial Biology, Bioinformatics, Colorectal Cancer |
| Location | Centre for Human Genetics, Building for Genomic Medicine, Old Road Campus, Roosevelt Drive, Headington, Oxford, OX3 7BN |
| Eligibility/Qualification | PhD/DPhil (or close to completion) in bioinformatics, computational biology, theoretical biology, or related discipline. Experience analyzing multidimensional biomedical datasets. |
| Salary | Research Grade 7: £39,424 – £47,779 p.a. (inclusive of a pensionable Oxford University Weighting of £1,730 per year) |
Job Description
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and applying advanced mathematical and statistical methods for analyzing high-dimensional imaging data, specifically focusing on Spatial Transcriptomics and Multiplex Immunofluorescence platforms. Tasks will include:
- Adapting existing methods to analyze spatial characteristics and cellular interactions in relation to neoadjuvant therapy responses.
- Developing computational techniques to identify significant spatial interactions linked to therapeutic outcomes.
- Engaging in independent study and attending training courses to enhance skills in computational biology and mathematical spatial analysis.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online by submitting a CV and a supporting statement that addresses how they meet each of the selection criteria, using relevant examples of their skills and experience.
Note:
- Applications should be restricted to CV and the supporting statement; additional documents will be requested at a later date.
Last Date to Apply
Applications must be submitted before 12 midday on 21 January 2026.
For correspondence, please quote Vacancy ID: 178629.
Contact Person: Phoebe Astbury
Email: recruitment@ndm.ox.ac.uk
Phone: [Contact Phone as previously mentioned]
