Scientific Research Assistant

3 weeks ago


Woking, Surrey, United Kingdom The Pirbright Institute Full time

Job Title: Scientific Research Assistant

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Scientific Research Assistant to join our team at The Pirbright Institute. As a Scientific Research Assistant, you will be responsible for carrying out an experimental programme according to grant milestones, which will include performing routine serological assays, contributing to the development/validation of serological assays, performing routine virological assays, analysing experimental data, and maintaining detailed experimental and sample records.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Performing routine serological assays (ELISA, serum neutralising test) to assess the ruminant immune response to BTV vaccination/infection.
  • Contributing to the development/validation of serological assays to assess BTV immune responses.
  • Performing routine virological assays including virus generation, purification, and quantification.
  • Analysing experimental data and preparing content for reports and/or presentations.
  • Maintaining detailed experimental and sample records.
  • Performing laboratory maintenance including housekeeping and reagent supply.
  • Providing laboratory support to the post-doctoral scientist and research scientist on the project.
  • Contributing to the wider activities of the NVRL to support disease control.

Requirements:

  • BSc in biological sciences or related discipline.
  • Experience (minimum 1 year) in basic lab practices (e.g., cell culture, serology, molecular biology).
  • Enthusiastic and willingness to learn new skills.
  • Ability to organise and multi-task.
  • Capable of careful, precise work.
  • Evidence of excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Diligent record keeping.
  • Good computer skills / knowledge of Microsoft packages.
  • Proven ability to work in a team.
  • Time management skills

What We Offer:

  • Generous Group Personal Pension Scheme and life cover (subject to age and earnings).
  • 25 days annual leave per annum, pro rata, plus 10.5 public and privilege days.
  • Buy and sell annual leave.
  • Option to carry over up to two weeks annual leave.
  • Pirbright gym with subsidised membership.
  • Pirbright social club.
  • Pirbright Lifestyle Hub (employee discount site).
  • Cycle to work.
  • Subsidised employee restaurant.
  • Childcare allowance.
  • Free onsite parking.
  • Electric car charging facilities.


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