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Laboratory Technician - Plant Biology Institute

This role involves hands-on support for plant science research, including cultivating experimental plants under controlled conditions, preparing reagents and media, performing molecular biology techniques like protein extraction and Western blotting, and maintaining sterile tissue cultures. The technician will assist in Agrobacterium-mediated transformations, microbial and plant cell culture, and operate bioreactors, while ensuring rigorous lab maintenance, accurate data recording, and compliance with biosafety and GMO protocols. The position is central to enabling high-throughput, scalable research within a multidisciplinary team focused on sustainable agriculture and plant-based innovation.

Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

Glassware and Media Prep Technician - Plant Biology Institute

This role involves preparing and sterilising culture media and laboratory solutions, cleaning and maintaining glassware, and operating autoclaves and related equipment to support plant biology research. The technician ensures compliance with safety and regulatory standards while maintaining accurate records and managing consumable stock levels. Their work enables smooth laboratory operations and high-quality scientific outcomes in a cutting-edge research environment.

Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent
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Head of DMPK

Leads the development and execution of DMPK strategy across drug discovery and development programs, integrating predictive ADME modeling and high-throughput experimental data. Bridges computational and experimental teams to accelerate small molecule and emerging modality programs from hit identification through IND-enabling studies. Builds and mentors a high-performing DMPK team within a cross-functional, tech-driven drug discovery environment.

Recursion United Kingdom US$284,900 – US$400,950 pa
Hybrid Permanent
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Manager, Computational Biology (Early Oncology)

Lead a team of computational biologists to integrate multi-omics data for oncology target discovery and validation, while actively contributing to data analysis and cross-functional decision-making. Develop biomarker strategies and patient stratification approaches to guide therapeutic development. Collaborate closely with biologists, chemists, and clinical teams to advance drug programs using high-dimensional datasets and scalable computational methods.

Recursion United Kingdom US$151,800 – US$230,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Pellock Lab) - Generative Biology Institute

This role involves designing and characterizing novel enzymes to enable new biochemical processes, develop sustainable materials, and deepen understanding of enzyme function. The researcher will employ both experimental and computational methods, contribute to innovative methodologies, analyze complex datasets, and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams. A strong focus is placed on scientific rigor, intellectual contribution, publication, and translating findings into real-world applications within health, agriculture, and clean energy.

Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford, United Kingdom £40,000 pa
On-site Permanent

Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Liu Lab) - Generative Biology Institute

This role involves conducting advanced research in synthetic evolution, focusing on macromolecular sequence-function relationships and accelerated gene evolution using in vivo systems like OrthoRep. The postdoc will generate large-scale datasets for antibodies and enzymes, explore de novo gene function emergence, and integrate experimental work with machine learning design models. The position emphasizes innovation, collaboration, and translating findings into scalable biological solutions.

Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford, United Kingdom £40,000 pa
On-site Permanent

HPC Engineer - Generative Biology Institute

This role involves operating and enhancing a hybrid high-performance computing platform that supports cutting-edge research in engineering biology. The engineer will work across Linux systems, Kubernetes, Slurm, and cloud infrastructure to build scalable, reliable computing services tailored to scientific workloads such as bioinformatics, AI/ML, and simulation. The position emphasizes automation, researcher support, and platform documentation to enable robust, reproducible computational environments.

Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Rehm Lab) - Generative Biology Institute

This role involves designing and executing experiments to develop next-generation platforms for continuous evolution, focusing on engineering orthogonal replication systems that enable rapid gene evolution while maintaining host viability. The researcher will analyze complex datasets using computational tools, contribute to novel methodologies, and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to advance fundamental and applied research in generative biology. Emphasis is placed on innovation in evolutionary systems, mentoring junior scientists, and translating discoveries into real-world applications in health and sustainability.

Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford, United Kingdom £40,000 pa
On-site Permanent

Research Assistant (Zuercher Lab) - Generative Biology Insititute

The role involves supporting scientific research in synthetic biology, focusing on genome synthesis and genetic isolation. The candidate will conduct experiments, analyze data, and contribute to publications while working within a team developing engineered organisms with altered genetic codes to prevent viral contamination and enable safe biotechnological applications.

Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

Postdoctoral Research Fellow (van Bijsterveldt Lab)-Generative Biology Institute

This role involves designing and executing experiments in synthetic chromosome engineering, with a focus on centromere design, mitotic segregation, and meiotic control in mammals and plants. The researcher will develop novel methodologies, analyse genomic datasets, and contribute to foundational work in programmable synthesis of large genetic systems. Collaboration, publication, and mentoring are key components, within a multidisciplinary team advancing the engineering of biology.

Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford, United Kingdom £40,000 pa
On-site Permanent

Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Tian Lab) - Generative Biology Institute

This role involves designing and conducting experiments using an orthogonal replication system to accelerate the evolution of complex biological functions. The researcher will analyze large-scale biological datasets, contribute to protein design models, and collaborate in a multidisciplinary environment focused on advancing both fundamental science and practical applications in health and industry. The position emphasizes innovation, mentorship, and the translation of research into real-world solutions.

Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford, United Kingdom £40,000 pa
On-site Permanent

Principal Investigators (All Levels) - Generative Biology Institute

Leads an independent research group focused on advancing the engineering of biology, with a focus on genome synthesis and functional DNA design. Works collaboratively within a multidisciplinary institute to pioneer transformative applications in health, agriculture, and clean energy. Involves mentoring early-career researchers, shaping cutting-edge facilities, and driving long-term, scalable biological solutions.

Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

(Senior) Group Leader, Plant Phenotyping - Plant Biology Institute

Leads a transformative research programme in next-generation plant phenotyping, developing automated, high-throughput, sensor-based technologies to measure plant performance across indoor and outdoor environments. Builds and manages an interdisciplinary team spanning biology, engineering, data science, and automation, while establishing pipelines for processing and analysing phenotyping data. Collaborates with AI and ML experts to accelerate discovery and translate research into commercially relevant, sustainable agricultural solutions.

Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Zuercher Lab) - Generative Biology Institute

This role involves pioneering research in synthetic biology, focusing on genome synthesis and genetic isolation to enable safe, scalable biotechnological applications. The postdoctoral fellow will develop novel methods for genome recoding, engineer synthetic genetic codes, and contribute to foundational work in making biology programmable. Work integrates experimental and computational approaches within a multidisciplinary, mission-driven research environment.

Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

Senior Scientist, Biotechnology - Pathogen

This role involves developing a device-based metagenomic pathogen detection platform, focusing on nucleic acid extraction and manipulation within microfluidic systems. The scientist will conduct hypothesis-driven experiments to optimise biochemical workflows and inform the design of a decentralised diagnostic tool. Collaboration with engineers is key to translating experimental findings into functional device architecture.

Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

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