At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct large-scale profiling of autoantibodies and manage research activities.
- Company: Join the Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research at the University of Oxford.
- Benefits: Salary ranges from £49,119 to £58,265, plus a pensionable weighting of £1,730.
- Other info: Application deadline is 12:00 midday on Monday, 23 April 2026.
- Why this job: Contribute to high-impact cancer research with opportunities for mentorship and collaboration.
- Qualifications: PhD in cancer biology or immunology with post-qualification research experience required.
The predicted salary is between 49119 - 58265 £ per year.
The Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research at the University of Oxford invites applications for a Senior Postdoctoral Scientist specializing in Autoantibodies. The successful candidate will contribute to a high-impact project involving large-scale, systematic profiling of autoantibodies across cohorts including non-cancer controls, precancerous conditions, and operable and metastatic cancers before and after immunotherapy treatments.
Experimental approaches include yeast and phage display, protein arrays, cloning of autoantibodies from human peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs), and functional assessment using molecular and cellular biology techniques, including live cell imaging. Further analyses will be conducted in 2D/3D ex vivo models, organoids, and in vivo systems.
The role includes:
- Developing research questions
- Conducting individual research
- Managing academic and administrative activities
- Adapting and developing experimental protocols
- Analyzing scientific data
- Contributing to project strategy
- Delegating tasks within the research team
- Mentoring junior staff
The post also involves collaboration with partner institutions, fundraising, grant applications, peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and public engagement.
Eligibility Criteria:
- PhD in cancer biology or immunology with post-qualification research experience.
- Proven track record of contributing to supervision of students or junior staff.
- Demonstrated ability to manage research projects, collaborate effectively, and communicate scientific findings clearly.
Required expertise/skills:
- Technical expertise in molecular and cellular biology, including antibody cloning and protein production/purification.
- Strong knowledge of cancer biology and/or immunology, with expertise in B cell biology, antibody production, and delivery.
- Experience with ex vivo and in vivo experimental models.
- Strong publication record with peer-reviewed first-author publications and familiarity with current literature in the field.
Salary details: Research Grade 8: £49,119 - £58,265 per annum, with a discretionary range up to £65,336 per annum. This includes a pensionable Oxford University weighting of £1,730 per year.
Application Deadline: 12:00 midday on Monday, 23 April 2026.
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The Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research at the University of Oxford offers a competitive salary and pension benefits. The team focuses on innovative cancer research, providing a collaborative environment for impactful scientific contributions.
