Senior Research Technician

3 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom UCL Eastman Dental Institute Full time

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Research Technician to work closely with researchers and clinicians in different areas of genomics and neurodegeneration, managing and organising the day-to-day running of the NG-LRS and NGS service. Duties will include sample and library preparation, platform operation, ordering consumables, organising samples, and undertaking data storage and analysis. You’ll also be responsible for training students and users in sequencing techniques, and collaborating and liaising with colleagues and researchers, both internal and external.

This is a great opportunity to gain training in short and long-read sequencing and bioinformatics and work with, develop, and advance state of the art technology and equipment while working on cutting edge research projects.

The post is available immediately and funded by Fidelity Bermuda Foundation for three years in the first instance.

If you need reasonable adjustments or a more accessible format to apply for this job online, or have any queries regarding the application process, please contact the Institute of Neurology HR Team ().

Informal enquiries regarding the role can be addressed to Professor Henry Houlden ().

A full job description and person specification for this role can be accessed below.

About you

You’ll have a BSc in Biology or a related area and a good background in exploring new techniques in the lab, with patient biological material, databasing, and analysis. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong problem-solving abilities, and the ability to act on your own initiative are also essential for this role.

This role meets the eligibility requirements for a skilled worker certificate of sponsorship or a global talent visa under UK Visas and Immigration legislation. Therefore, UCL welcomes applications from international applicants who require a visa.

What we offer

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer great benefits, some of which are below:

41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days) Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE) Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan Immigration loan Relocation scheme for certain posts On-Site nursery On-site gym Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service Discounted medical insurance

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