Laboratory Technical Specialist

4 weeks ago

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Newcastle University Full time

The Role

This role is central in the formation of a new collaboration funded by Newcastle University BRC that brings together Neuroscience, Haematology and Immunology groups. Specifically, you will be central in the development and conduction of iPSC-microglial cell cultures that will allow us to understand how immune cells modify the process of neurodegeneration. Secondly, you will also play a critical role in the processing of surgical and post-mortem human tissue samples together with subsequent down-stream analysis techniques such as RNA and DNA sequencing.

Reporting to Dr Michael Keogh and the Institute Technical manager, the candidate will be based between haematology and neuroscience groups primarily at Newcastle University Medical School, with occasional work at the Health Innovation Neighbourhood (HIN) Occasionally sample processing may be at short notice and require some flexible working.

All relevant training and support will be provided by the relevant groups that are highly collaborative, but experience with iPSC-cell culture or other forms of cell culture, together with human tissue work or cell isolation techniques would be welcome.

We would encourage applications that are for either a full-time or a less than full-time post with flexible hours.

This is a fixed term post for 12 months.

The role does require a standard DBS check.

For informal enquiries please contact 

Key Accountabilities

Liaise with suppliers and manufacturers to resolve both routine and complex problems and investigate replacement options By developing local procedures, establish and maintain a safe/compliant working environment The development and conduction of iPSC-microglial cell cultures Processing of surgical and post-mortem human tissue samples together with subsequent down-stream analysis techniques such as RNA and DNA sequencing Hold specific safety responsibilities relevant to the specialism Assist with the completion and updating of a wide range of safety paperwork Oversee compliance tasks ensuring timely completion and maintenance of appropriate records Complete accident reporting and assist with investigations Maintain in-depth and up-to-date health and safety knowledge relevant to the specialism Schedule, prioritize and monitor work in line with demands and deadlines Hold delegated responsibility from the academic lead for the planning, operation and supervision of laboratory spaces occupied by the specialism Organize and facilitate progress meetings Be a key contributor to specialism development, delivery and planning Contribute to and support change Manage one or more budgets  Source and negotiate with suppliers for a range of items including specialist parts/equipment Create, update and implement procedures to deliver an aligned, efficient and effective service Provide general and specialist research support including leading method development Provide general and specialist teaching support including class/field work development Support taught course projects by promotion and incorporation of specialism. Prepare and manufacture specimens/samples requiring specialist skills with limited direction Manage equipment bookings, calculate charges/costs and assist with re-charging Contribute to building work affecting the area occupied by the specialism Manage local security and access control arrangements Design, develop and deliver inductions, demonstrations and training covering complex techniques and specialist equipment Assist managers with the identification of training and development needs Maintain specialist knowledge and skills, sharing with others Mentor junior staff

The Person

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Demonstrable work experience in a relevant technical / workshop role Thorough working knowledge of Health and Safety procedures Excellent team working skills Demonstrates technical and problem-solving capacity

Desirable

Demonstrates good organising ability to meet deadlines, with a positive and proactive approach to duties and diligence and attention to detail  Contribute to design and specification of research/teaching activities  Ability to adapt to changes in laboratory research priorities Experience with iPSC-cell culture or other forms of cell culture  Experience of human tissue work or cell isolation techniques 

Attributes and Behaviour

Tact and diplomacy and able to handle difficult situations Ability to meet deadlines with effective time and resource management Clear communicator and active listener Consistent and appropriate approach to staff and situations Team player, self starter and able to manage complex workload Ability to respond enthusiastically and positively to undergraduate student

Qualifications

BTEC HNC / HND; or A’ level (or equivalent) qualification; or broad work experience acquired through a combination of vocational training and considerable on-the-job experience, demonstrating development through progressively more demanding relevant roles

Desirable

Professional registration with an accredited professional body (including HEA) or working towards this on appointment 

Newcastle University is a global University where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As a University of Sanctuary, we aim to provide a welcoming place of safety for all, offering opportunities to people fleeing violence and persecution.

We are committed to being a fully inclusive university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all of our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams, we believe that success is built on having teams whose backgrounds and experiences reflect the diversity of our university and student population.

At Newcastle University we hold a silver award in recognition of our good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality. We also hold a Bronze award in recognition of our work towards tackling race inequality in higher education REC. We are a employer and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role as part of the offer and interview scheme.

In addition, we are a member of the Euraxess initiative supporting researchers in Europe. 

Requisition ID: 27236


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