🦠 About Parasite Structural Biology
Parasite structural biology is a fascinating field that combines molecular biology, structural analysis, and immunology to understand how parasites like malaria and sleeping sickness organisms interact with human hosts at a molecular level. Researchers in this area reveal the three-dimensional structures of critical parasite proteins, uncovering the molecular tricks these ancient pathogens use to invade cells, evade immune responses, and replicate within our bodies. These insights are essential for designing improved therapeutics, vaccines, and monoclonal antibodies to combat devastating parasitic diseases that affect millions worldwide.
📌 Position Overview
✅ Position: Postdoctoral Research Associate in Parasite Structural Biology
✅ Institution: University of Oxford – Department of Biochemistry
✅ Location: South Parks Road, Oxford, UK
✅ Contract Type: Full-Time Fixed-Term/Contract (12 months, funded by Wellcome Trust)
💰 Salary & Benefits
✅ Salary Range: £42,794 to £47,779 per annum
✅ Excellent contributory pension scheme
✅ 38 days annual leave
✅ Comprehensive childcare services
✅ Family leave schemes
✅ Cycle loan scheme
✅ Membership to social and sports clubs
✅ Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
🎯 Requirements
✅ PhD/DPhil (or near completion) in Biochemistry or Structural Biology
✅ Experience in protein expression and purification
✅ Experience in analysis of protein-protein interactions
✅ Experience with structural biology methods, particularly cryogenic electron microscopy and data processing
✅ Enthusiasm for laboratory work and pro-active determination
✅ Willingness to work collaboratively
✅ Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
📄 Application Documents Required
✅ Curriculum Vitae (CV)
✅ Supporting Statement (explaining how you meet the selection criteria with examples)
✅ Details of three referees
⏰ Important Dates
✅ Posted: 22nd December 2025
✅ Application Deadline: 12:00 noon on Monday 5th January 2026
✅ Job Reference: 184057
📧 Step-by-Step Application Guide
🔹 Step 1: Click the application link below to access the official University of Oxford recruitment portal
🔹 Step 2: Prepare your curriculum vitae highlighting relevant experience
🔹 Step 3: Write a supporting statement addressing how you meet the selection criteria with specific examples of your skills and experience
🔹 Step 4: Provide contact details for three referees and indicate if they can be contacted immediately
🔹 Step 5: Submit your complete application through the online portal before 12:00 noon on Monday 5th January 2026
🔹 Step 6: For questions or additional information, contact recruitment@bioch.ox.ac.uk
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