Technician (Research – Synthetic Biology and Genomics)

Job title:

Technician (Research – Synthetic Biology and Genomics)

Company

University of Manchester

Job description

The University of Manchester (www.manchester.ac.uk) is one of the largest single-site universities in the UK, with one of the biggest student communities. In total, 25 Nobel Prize winners have worked or studied here and 93% of our research was ranked as ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ by the Research Excellence Framework in 2021. Furthermore more than nine out of ten of our recent graduates go straight into employment or continued studies. The Faculty of Science and Engineering (FSE) comprises two multi-discipline Schools; the School of Engineering and the School of Natural Sciences, each led by a Head of School and Head of School Operations. The School of Engineering is made up of five academic departments and the School of Natural Sciences is made up of five academic departments. For more information please visit https://www.se.manchester.ac.uk/.We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Technician (Synthetic Biology and Genomics) to join our dynamic technical operations team, which strives to provide a sector leading technical support for FSE and the wider University. With a commitment to customer service excellence and a passion for science and engineering, the Laboratory Technician (Synthetic Biology and Genomics) will provide an agile technical support service to staff and students to support teaching, research and professional services. FSE’s research and teaching quality is recognised globally; this is an exciting opportunity to join us in Manchester and contribute to the provision of a sector leading technical service.This position forms part of Manchester’s development of synthetic biology approaches for next generation biotechnology, and will be based in Professor Patrick Cai’s research group. The group is located in the Manchester Institute of Biotechnology (MIB), a unique cross-disciplinary research institute at the University of Manchester, which brings together more than 450 researchers with expertise in the foundational sciences supporting Synthetic Biology, including molecular biology, chemistry, engineering, materials science, computer science and medicine and as such is at the forefront of international developments in the emerging science of Synthetic Biology.The Cai laboratory has pioneered the design, construction and characterization of completely synthetic eukaryotic chromosomes. The group is actively exploring new applications of artificial chromosome technology, including the generation of novel natural product-like chemical matter. Cai lab was recently awarded a Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Global Challenge pilot grant to develop artificial chromosome-based strategies for discovery of novel anti-TB agents. We are now seeking to recruit a skilled technician to join the team with a good understanding and practical experience of modern molecular biology and biochemistry techniques. The purpose of this role is to:

• Provide expertise in lab media preparation for bacteria and yeast cell culture.
• Support our ongoing research projects in the area of synthetic biology and genomics and will assist with research projects under the supervision of the PI.
• Work with the PI to ensure full compliance in microbiological health and safety procedures and be responsible for training / oversight of correct microbiological techniques.
• Work closely with senior technology leads to ensure the timely and appropriate flow of data and protocols across the platforms to support the scientific vision.
• Assist the PI in organising research group activities, including lab meetings and other events, lab inductions, and ensure safety systems and procedures are kept up to date and relevant.

Please note, under the new immigration rules this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route of the Points Based System. Candidates will need to be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK in order to be eligible to take up the post.As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out moreBlended working arrangements may be consideredPlease note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:Name: Derren Heyes, Senior Technical Specialist, Biophysical and Biochemical Sciences based in the lab of Patrick CaiEmail: orGeneral enquiries:Email:Technical support:Jobtrain: 0161 850 2004This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.

Expected salary

Location

Manchester

Job date

Sat, 20 Jul 2024 05:29:12 GMT

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