Research Assistant - Oxford, United Kingdom - University of Oxford

University of Oxford

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Oxford, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Description

Applications are invited for an enthusiastic Research Assistant to join Professor Matthew Wood's laboratory and undertake a project utilizing oligonucleotides and small molecules for the therapeutic treatment of neuromuscular diseases such as Spinal Muscular Dystrophy and Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.

The successful applicant will be responsible for assisting in the day-to-day execution of the project, in particular animal experiments, optimising new experimental protocols and analysing results.

You will be familiar with processing and analyzing animal tissue. You will also collaborate in the preparation of scientific reports and journal articles and the presentation of papers.

You must hold an undergraduate degree or equivalent in a relevant area of research.

You will need to demonstrate having experience in animal handling and colony management, with expertise in drug administration and assessment of motor phenotype testing desirable.

The ability to work both independently and as part of a team is essential.

You will be based in the Institute of Developmental and Regenerative Medicine (IDRM), Department of Paediatrics, at the University of Oxford.

The position is funded by MRC. It is a fixed-term contract until 30 October 2023.

This role meets the criteria for a UK Skilled Worker visa.

To discuss the post in more detail, please contact Professor Matthew Wood using the contact details below.