Postdoctoral Research Scientist

Nuffield Department of Clinical Neurosciences (NDCN), John Radcliffe Hospital, Headington, Oxford, OX3 9DU AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN A MULTIDISCIPLINARY RESEARCH TEAM AT THE OXFORD CENTRE FOR NEUROINFLAMMATION Physical and mental disability caused by the immune system is a common clinical occurrence in many diseases of the brain, most notably for patients with multiple sclerosis (MS), neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) and MOG antibody disease (MOGAD). However, the role of immune cells in patients afflicted by these diseases is largely unknown, thereby limiting our ability to develop better and safer treatment options. As part of a highly collaborative research initiative, the successful applicant will perform a diverse range of experimental assays that rely on a strong understanding of cellular and molecular biology. Applicants must hold a PhD/ D.Phil in Immunology or Neuroimmunology. You must have experience working with primary cells and/or patient tissue and be highly motivated to learn and develop new techniques that interrogate the function of cells in a disease setting.The post is full time for a fixed term of 3 years in the first instance.