At the Department of Physiology Anatomy & Genetics (DPAG) we undertake discovery science where we reassemble physiological processes at the molecular, cellular, tissue and systems level of organisation. In so doing we provide a bridge to translational medicine, and interface between physical and life sciences. We are committed not only to innovative research and the highest standard of teaching, but also to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment.

 

We are seeking to appoint an experienced Head of Laboratory Operations for the Laboratory of Molecular Neurodegeneration. The Head of Laboratory Operations is a key position in ensuring the efficient, compliant, and safe operation of the laboratory.

 

The post-holder will lead a team of technical staff to support a large, vibrant, multidisciplinary and collaborative research group comprising a number of Research Fellows and junior PIs working within the field of neurodegeneration; lead on the group’s technical infrastructure and support framework, health & safety and lab sustainability; manage a major cluster of high-end equipment for drug and target discovery and associated data storage; manage and train laboratory staff; and manage laboratory budgets.

 

Your wellbeing at work matters, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:

Please provide a supporting statement outlining how you meet the selection criteria along with your CV, and the details of two referees as part of your online application.

 

Closing date for applications is midday on 23rd June 2026. Interviews are likely to be held in the week beginning 06th July 2026, and will be either face to face or held on Microsoft Teams.

Applications are particularly welcome from women, black and minority ethnic candidates who are under-represented in academic posts in Oxford.

 

Stay connected with us on LinkedIn, Bluesky and Instagram to learn more about our work and culture. Informal enquiries about the role may be directed to the DPAG HR Team: hr@dpag.ox.ac.uk

 

We, as a Department and Community, will be considerate and welcoming of all people, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and socio-economic background. We acknowledge societal inequalities and how these impact us, and those around us, personally and professionally. Our policies, practices and Respectful Behaviours Framework underpin this commitment.

 

We have signed up to The Laboratory Efficiency Assessment Framework (LEAF) and Green Impact, actively implementing and encouraging eco-friendly practices that reduce waste, promote energy efficiency, and promote bio-diversity. See the job description for more detail.

 

At the   Department of Physiology Anatomy & Genetics (DPAG) we undertake discovery science where we reassemble physiological processes at the molecular, cellular, tissue and systems level of organisation. In so doing we provide a bridge to translational medicine, and interface between physical and life sciences. We’re committed not only to innovative research and the highest standard of teaching, but also to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment.

 

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and proactive HR professional to join our team as an HR Advisor.

 

This role is ideally suited to someone with strong administrative and organisational skills, experience working within an HR environment, and the ability to manage a varied workload within a busy and complex department.

 

As part of the DPAG HR team, you will provide professional, efficient, and customer-focused HR support across the full employee lifecycle. You will manage recruitment campaigns, support payroll administration, maintain accurate records, advise staff and managers on HR procedures and ensure compliance with employment legislation and University policies.

 

The role also includes supporting international recruitment processes, including right-to-work and visa compliance where required, monitoring fixed-term contract processes, coordinating onboarding and induction activities, and contributing to HR projects that feed into the smooth delivery of HR services across the department.

 

You will need excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a high level of attention to detail, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion. A flexible and proactive approach, alongside strong IT and administrative skills, will be essential for success in this role.

 

This post is available immediately.

 

 

 

Your wellbeing at work matters, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:

 

While this is a full-time role, we welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.

 

Please provide a supporting statement outlining how you meet the selection criteria along with your CV, and the details of two referees as part of your online application.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 05 June 2026.

Interviews are likely to take place week commencing 15 June 2026, and will be held in person.

 

Stay connected with us on LinkedIn, X and Instagram to learn more about our work and culture. Enquiries about the role may be directed to Sophia Evans at sophia.evans@dpag.ox.ac.uk.

 

We, as a Department and Community, will be considerate and welcoming of all people, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and socio-economic background. We acknowledge societal inequalities and how these impact us, and those around us, personally and professionally. Our policies, practices and   Respectful Behaviours Framework underpin this commitment.

 

At the  Department of Physiology Anatomy & Genetics (DPAG) we undertake discovery science where we reassemble physiological processes at the molecular, cellular, tissue and systems level of organisation. In so doing we provide a bridge to translational medicine, and interface between physical and life sciences. We are committed not only to innovative research and the highest standard of teaching, but also to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment.

 

 

We seek to recruit two highly motivated senior post-doctoral researchers onto a transition fellowship award as part of the MRC-BHF Centre in Advanced Cardiac Therapies (REACT). Established in 2025, REACT aims to develop novel therapeutic approaches to regenerate the injured heart and reverse established heart failure. This new Centre brings together world-leading scientists and clinicians from King's College London and the Universities of Oxford and Edinburgh, combined with other academic partners and biotech and pharmaceutical industry representatives, to develop new medicines and deliver them to the injured or failing heart. The Centre will widely disseminate its progress and key findings to the public and patients and is firmly committed to training, career development and promoting early career researchers.

 

The REACT transition fellow will be based at the Institute of Developmental & Regenerative Medicine (IDRM) within the Department of Physiology, Anatomy & Genetics and hosted by Professor Paul Riley – the Director and Cardiovascular lead for the IDRM and Co-Director of REACT.

The IDRM is a flagship research institute at the University of Oxford and provides a dynamic, collaborative research environment. With 15-20 research groups and, at full capacity, around 240 research staff, IDRM investigates how understanding normal development can inform strategies to regenerate diseased or injured tissues. Research spans three major themes: cardiovascular science, neuroscience and immunology, addressing key organ systems targeted by non-communicable diseases.

 

The REACT Transition Fellowship programme aims to support and develop outstanding postdoctoral researchers, enabling them to secure competitive external funding and to foster the next generation of leaders in advanced cardiac therapies aligned with the strategic mission of REACT and the IDRM.

The successful Fellow will receive a £150,000 transitional award over two and a half years in addition to salary. This funding may be used flexibly, for example to support a research assistant (where justified), consumables, and travel for conferences or collaborative placements. The Fellow will retain full budgetary control of the award.

 

The Fellowship is intended to facilitate researchers in transitioning to independence through externally funded, highly competitive fellowship or career development awards to enable them to progress to Group Leader status through securing substantial external funding.

Within the first 18-24 months, the Fellow is expected to apply for follow-on external funding, aiming to secure a competitive 5-8-year fellowship or Career Development Award (CDA) from UKRI (BBSRC, MRC, EPSRC), BHF, Wellcome Trust, or an equivalent funder. The Fellow will be supported by Professor Paul Riley and senior REACT and IDRM colleagues throughout the application process, with successful funding representing the next step toward full independence.

During the Fellowship, the awardee will be affiliated with Professor Riley’s research group and listed accordingly on the IDRM website, to ensure mentoring and support. However, the Fellow will manage their own budget, recruit staff as appropriate, and lead their research programme and outputs, including academic publications.

 

This position is offered full-time on a fixed-term contract for two and a half years (30 months).

 

 

Applicants should have a PhD in a related field and already have demonstrated several years of postdoctoral experience; distinctive research achievements, a strong publication record, and a compelling long term-year research vision. The successful candidate must actively pursue interdisciplinary collaborations and demonstrate emerging independence in areas such as target discovery, cardiac delivery and clinical translation that will add strategic value to REACT and the IDRM.

 

 

Your wellbeing at work matters, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:

 

Please provide a supporting statement outlining how you meet the selection criteria along with your CV, and the details of two referees as part of your online application.

Interviews are likely to take place during the week commencing 29th June.

Applications are particularly welcome from women, black and minority ethnic candidates who are under-represented in academic posts in Oxford.

 

 

Stay connected with us on  LinkedIn,  Bluesky and  Instagram to learn more about our work and culture. Informal enquiries about the role may be directed to the DPAG HR Team:  hr@dpag.ox.ac.uk.

 

 

We, as a Department and Community, will be considerate and welcoming of all people, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and socio-economic background. We acknowledge societal inequalities and how these impact us, and those around us, personally and professionally. Our policies, practices and  Respectful Behaviours Framework underpin this commitment.

 

 

We have signed up to The Laboratory Efficiency Assessment Framework (LEAF) and Green Impact, actively implementing and encouraging eco-friendly practices that reduce waste, promote energy efficiency, and promote bio-diversity. See the job description for more detail.