Research Technician

Job title:

Research Technician

Company

University of Edinburgh

Job description

Job Description:UE05: £27,979 – £32,332CMVM / MRC University Unit for Human GeneticsFull-time (35 hours per week)Fixed-term to 31 March 2026We are looking for a highly motivated research technician to support a team of scientists working on genome editing and targeted protein degradation in human disease models.The Opportunity:The successful candidate will join an established team of postdoctoral scientists and graduate students, contributing to research projects and laboratory management. The role would be ideal for a recent graduate looking to gain experience with cutting edge techniques in molecular genetics and chemical biology. The laboratory is part of the MRC Human Genetics Unit and the MRC National Mouse Genetics network, providing an outstanding training environmentThis post is full-time (35 hours per week) and fixed-term until 31st March 2026.Your skills and attributes for success:

• Interest in genetic technologies and strong motivation to learn
• Experience with techniques in molecular biology, mammalian cell culture and/or animal models of disease
• Excellent organisational skills and record keeping

Click to view a copy of the full job descriptionAs a valued member of our team you can expect:

• A competitive salary of £27,979 – £32,332
• 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 a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our

(opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefitsChampioning 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 we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our (opens new browser tab)The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. International applicants will therefore be unable to apply for and secure a Skilled Worker visa. They will only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.Key dates to noteUnless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone.Interviews will be held in due course.About Us: As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. Between now and 2030 we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.About the Team:Molecular, Genetic and Population Health Sciences is one of three Deaneries in Edinburgh Medical School which, together with the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, makes up the College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine. The Deanery is headed by Professor Sarah Cunningham-Burley and comprises the Institute of Genetics and Molecular Medicine (IGMM), the Usher Institute of Population Health Sciences and Informatics, the Division of Pathology and the Edinburgh Clinical Trials Unit. The Deanery currently attracts annual research grants of around £40M, including a number of full programme grants, and has around 630 employees including 39 Professors, over 260 other academic members of staff and 330 members of support staff. The Deanery operates across three University of Edinburgh sites; the Western General Hospital campus, the Central Area, and Little France. Staff contribute undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and offer on-campus and on-line programmes. There is a vibrant PhD community in both IGMM and the Usher Institute.

Expected salary

£27979 – 32332 per year

Location

Edinburgh – Midlothian

Job date

Wed, 22 May 2024 23:42:45 GMT

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