At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and apply mass spectrometry methods to detect falsified vaccines.
- Company: Join a leading research group at the University of Oxford.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience and collaborate with top researchers in the field.
- Other info: Opportunity to work on impactful projects and build international connections.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in global health by ensuring vaccine safety.
- Qualifications: Undergraduate degree in Chemistry and experience in analytical chemistry required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Position Overview
Applications are invited for a Research Associate in Mass Spectrometry to work under the supervision of Professor James SO Mc Cullagh for a period of 3 years.
The project involves the development and application of multiple mass spectrometry methods for detecting falsified and substandard vaccines, with particular focus on MALDI-TOF analysis.
The role will involve interactions with multiple collaborative projects across departments and is funded by the MRC DPFS.
Find out more about the research group at: https://mccullagh. chem. ox. ac. uk
Responsibilities
- Develop and apply mass spectrometry methods for the detection of falsified and substandard vaccines.
- Collaborate with multiple projects across different departments.
- Work closely with experienced doctoral and post‑doctoral researchers in the Department of Chemistry.
- Liaise with colleagues in the Departments of Biochemistry and the Nuffield Department of Medicine.
- Engage with stakeholders in academia and industry and foster international links.
Qualifications
- Hold at least an undergraduate degree in Chemistry or a relevant subject area before taking up appointment.
- Have experience in analytical chemistry.
- Have previous experience working in mass spectrometry or similar analytical chemistry instrumentation and sample analysis.
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We think you need these skills to ace Research Associate in Mass Spectrometry in Oxford
Mass Spectrometry
MALDI-TOF Analysis
Analytical Chemistry
Sample Analysis
Collaboration Skills
Stakeholder Engagement
Interdepartmental Communication
