Postdoctoral Research Associate in Chemistry Full-time NEW

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Chemistry

Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of protein science? We are seeking a talented and driven postdoctoral researcher to join a BBSRC-funded project in Single Molecule Proteomics.

About the Project

This collaborative effort aims to revolutionize how we identify proteins and their modifications—especially phosphorylation, which plays a critical role in regulating protein function but remains elusive with current technologies. We're developing a novel platform to uncover the hidden dynamics of proteins in health and disease.

Your Role

As a postdoc on this project, you will contribute to the design, fabrication, and application of microfluidic and nanofluidic devices for single-cell, single-molecule proteomics under the supervision of Professor Dirk Aarts. The project involves developing novel platforms for protein detection, manipulation, and analysis, integrating microfluidics with nanopore sensing, mass photometry, and related analytical technologies. You will work closely with researchers across chemistry, physics, biology, and engineering, supervise junior group members, and contribute to the development of a dynamic and collaborative research programme.

We're Looking for Someone With

• Demonstrated experience in the design, fabrication, and characterisation of microfluidic and or nanofluidic devices
• Experience with microfabrication techniques such photolithography, soft lithography, micro moulding, cleanroom process, or related methods
• Experience in the development and implementation of experimental methods for biological, biophysical, or analytical applications.
• Ability to analyse and interpret complex experimental datasets using computational and statistical tools.

Why Join Us?

You'll be working alongside leading scientists including Philipp Kukura, Justin Benesch, Hagan Bayley, Madhavi Krishnan, Yujia Qing, Kevin Foster, Claire Eyers, and Sarah Teichmann. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a transformative project with real-world impact, in a collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment. If you're excited by the challenge of uncovering the hidden layers of protein biology and want to be part of a pioneering team, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and help shape the future of proteomics.

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online, and you will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your application. Your supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. Certificates, references and research papers should not be provided at this stage.

To apply for this role and for further details, including a job description and selection criteria, please click on the link below. The closing date for applications is 12.00 midday, 13 July 2026.

The University of Oxford and The Department of Chemistry are Silver Athena SWAN holders. Applications are particularly welcome from women and black and ethnic minority candidates, who are under-represented in Chemistry research posts in Oxford.