Laboratory Technician - Biosciences Swansea, Wales
Job description
Salary: Grade 5 £25,138 to £27,979 per annum together with USS pension benefits
Location: Singleton, Swansea
Contract: This is a fixed term position for a duration of 4 months starting September / October 2023
Hours of work: 35 Hours a week/1.0 FTE
Main Purpose of the Post
The Department of Biosciences at Swansea University is seeking to appoint a laboratory technician to work on DNA and RNA extractions of environmental samples for metagenomic and metatranscriptomic sequencing. The role is part of the multi-disciplinary, multi-institutional, European project “Biocatalytic membranes for micro/nano plastic degradation within wastewater effluents” (BMRex) funded by the European Innovation Council and Innovate UK and will be carried out at the Marine Microbial Ecology group headed by Associate Professor Eva Sonnenschein at Swansea University.
The role will involve optimization of DNA and RNA extractions from environmental samples, performing routine DNA and RNA extractions and quality control and general laboratory management and health and safety assessment of laboratory processes. The position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of a breakthrough technology for plastic degradation within BMRex, while also providing excellent prospects for professional development. You will work with state-of-the-art technologies including lab automation. Our supportive team culture fosters a healthy work-life balance, providing you with the necessary tools to balance your professional obligations with your personal life and well-being.
More details about the group and the project can be found here – https://www.sonnenscheinlab.com/ and https://www.bmrex-project.eu/
The successful candidate must possess a minimum of 5 GCSE’s and a Level 3 qualification in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biosciences or a closely related discipline and/or evidence of equivalent experience and qualifications commensurate with the roles and responsibilities of the job. They will have experience in molecular laboratory work including DNA/RNA extraction and handling and possibly in working with lab automation.
They will understand the use of data towards research and have experience in conducting independent laboratory work. The University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity in all of its practices and activities. We aim to establish an inclusive environment and welcome diverse applications from the following protected characteristics: age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic and national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation.
Interviews will be held on 22/09/23
Informal enquiries contact details and further information
Informal enquiries are welcome and should be directed to Dr Eva Sonnenschein [email protected]
- Complete an online application providing evidence against the essential criteria in the recruitment documentation.
- Your CV (maximum of 2 pages)
- Upload any further information relevant to the job application
Job Reference: AC06200
