UK date and time: 07-November-2026 12:55
Postdoctoral Researcher; Neurotropic viruses in Alzheimer’s disease
Centre for Human Genetics, Building for Genomic Medicine, Roosevelt Drive, Oxford, OX3 7BN
We are seeking a motivated and ambitious Postdoctoral Researcher to join an exciting multidisciplinary research programme investigating the relationship between neurotropic viral infections and Alzheimer’s disease. Emerging epidemiological and experimental evidence suggests that neurotropic viral infections, including herpes viruses, influenza and SARS-CoV-2, may be associated with an increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.
These viruses may contribute to disease progression by increasing amyloid beta and tau levels, promoting inflammation and inducing cell death. Herpes viruses can also establish latent infections, which may further contribute to Alzheimer’s disease pathology, particularly in individuals carrying the APOE E4 genetic risk variant.
Your research will focus on defining the mechanisms through which neurotropic viruses contribute to Alzheimer’s disease pathology in neurons and glial cells, while investigating how different APOE genotypes influence these processes. You will take responsibility for managing your own academic research and associated administrative activities, coordinating multiple aspects of the project and ensuring that research objectives and deadlines are successfully met. You will contribute ideas for new research projects and have the opportunity to adapt existing scientific methods as well as develop new techniques and experimental protocols.
It is essential that you hold a relevant PhD/DPhil in virology or related sciences with relevant research experience. You must have experience in virology and working with containment level 2 pathogens. Experience in general molecular biology techniques and cell biology is must.
This position is offered full time on a fixed term contract for 18 months and is funded by the department.
Salary (£) : Research Grade 7: Salary in range £40,178- £48,700 per annum (pro rata). This is inclusive of a pensionable Oxford University Weighting of £1,730 per year (pro rata).
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Postdoctoral Researcher; Neurotropic viruses in Alzheimer’s disease in Oxford employer: University of Oxford
The Department of Politics and International Relations at the University of Oxford is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment where finance professionals can thrive. With a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, along with generous benefits such as 38 days of annual leave and a robust family leave scheme, employees are supported in both their professional and personal lives. This role not only provides the opportunity to influence strategic financial decisions within a world-renowned department but also fosters continuous growth and development in a vibrant academic community.
