Scientific Technician

2 weeks ago


Woking Surrey, United Kingdom The Pirbright Institute Full time €32,500 - €34,000

Research Technician – (24P-79) The Pirbright Institute
Fixed-Term Contract Until 31/03/2028
The Pirbright Institute delivers world-leading research to understand, predict, detect, and respond to viral disease outbreaks. We study viruses of livestock that are endemic and exotic to the UK, including zoonotic viruses, by using the most advanced tools and technologies to understand host-pathogen interactions in animals and arthropod vectors. Our Institute is made up of a dynamic and vibrant community of staff covering a diverse set of chosen fields, backgrounds, and experience. We all play a crucial role in furthering the Institute’s aspirations, advancing the frontiers of science and knowledge through our excellent scientific research, knowledge sharing and contribution; The activities of the High-Throughput Sequencing (HTS) unit are central to delivering high-impact genomics research at the Pirbright Institute.We were first established in 2018 and play a major role in executing small and large genomics projects at the institute.We are located within state-of-the-art high containment facilities within the Plowright building and deliver bespoke and directed assistance to users.

We work closely with many research groups at Pirbright, in addition to assisting with WOAH/FAO reference laboratory pathogen surveillance duties.The unit has access to Illumina and Nanopore based sequencing technology platforms, in addition to liquid handling robots and single cell equipment.

The Research Technician will be a pivotal member of the team and will support the core facility in delivering high quality genomics datasets. Working with automated laboratory robotics systems for sequencing library preparation.
Involved in core facilities genomics data management.
Quality control of sample libraries prior to library preparation and sequencing.


Communication of progress and data to scientific groups at institute and other members of the HTS core facility.
Assist with lab management (ordering, looking after equipment, maintenance, sample inventories).
Supporting and training of collaborating groups at the institute on High-throughput sequencing technologies.


Contribute to overall research culture at Pirbright, which will include: (Take responsibility with others for the daily housekeeping of the laboratories.
Take responsibility with others for ensuring that work in the laboratory is conducted safely and in accordance with local health and safety policies.
Perform outreach duties.


Intellectually engaged and results driven with a clear ability to manage multiple projects/pieces of work.
Able to problem solve and be creative in generating a solution whilst also able to perform the same activity in a consistent manner.
Must be able to give meticulous attention to detail including the management of samples and recording of data.
Experience of working in a laboratory environment.
Evidence of networking skills with the ability to build effective collaborative relationships.
Computer literate with a good knowledge of different computer programs and experience in data presentation.


Due to the nature of the work carried out by Pirbright, all successful applicants will be required to go through a comprehensive screening process including reference and qualification checks, financial and security clearances.


Generous Group Personal Pension Scheme and life cover (subject to age and earnings).
~25 days annual leave per annum, pro rata, plus 10.Buy and sell annual leave.
~ Option to carry over up to two weeks annual leave.
~ Pirbright gym with subsidised membership.
~ Pirbright Lifestyle Hub (employee discount site).
~ Cycle to work.
~ Childcare allowance.
~ Free onsite parking.
~ Electric car charging facilities.


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