CTC Transgenic Technician

6 days ago

City of Edinburgh, United Kingdom The University of Edinburgh Full time

CTC Transgenic Technician Location: The University of Edinburgh. This is a full‑time, permanent contract position (Grade UE05) with a salary of £29,588–£33,951 per annum. Opportunity We are recruiting an enthusiastic and talented technician to join our Central Transgenic Core team. This technician post is a critical part of a small team that generates new models of human disease in rodent species. You will perform regulated procedural work to create gene‑edited and genetically‑modified animals that feed into our internationally‑recognised research programmes. Associated activities include in vitro fertilisation, cryopreservation, embryo transfer, colony management and data recording. Full training will be given, but a background in transgenic animal production and husbandry is an advantage. Key Responsibilities Perform regulated procedural work to create gene‑edited and genetically‑modified animals. Conduct in vitro fertilisation, cryopreservation, embryo transfer and colony management. Maintain detailed records and data related to breeding and experimental procedures. Requirements / Skills Background in transgenic animal production and husbandry is an advantage. Enthusiasm for new scientific endeavour. Good communication skills, with a service provision mindset. Competent IT skills with a good level of accuracy. A passion for medical research enabling technology. Application Requirements Successful applicants will be subject to security and Disclosure Scotland checks. Please include the following documents: CV Cover letter Benefits A competitive salary. An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work. To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community. Comprehensive staff benefits, such as generous holiday entitlement, competitive pension schemes, staff discounts and family‑friendly initiatives. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality. Prior to employment you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right‑to‑work webpages. The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers for this role. International applicants will therefore be unable to apply for and secure a Skilled Worker visa. Key Dates Closing date for applications: 19 th January 2026, 11:59 pm GMT. Interviews will be held week commencing 2 nd February 2026. If you do not hear from us by 27 January 2026, we will not be taking your application any further. Contact & Application Click to view a copy of the full Job Description (opens new browser tab). #J-18808-Ljbffr

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