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Scientific Technician - Crop Transformation and Genome Editing Harpenden, England

Rothamsted Research

Full Time Harpenden, England 24225 - 26573 GBP ANNUAL Today

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Overview Of Role

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Scientific Technician to join the Crop Transformation and Genome Editing Team. This part-time role (16 hours per week) supports the team in performing plant transformation (wheat, Brassica napus, tomato and potato) in tissue culture, growing and genotyping of transgenic and genome edited plants.

The work involves carrying out plant (e.g., wheat, Brassica napus, tomato and potato) transformation, using particle bombardment or Agrobacterium tumefaciens, and sub-culturing experiments to generate transgenic lines, including preparation of sterile plant culture media and stock solutions; co-ordinating the final stages of the transformation process, from young plantlets in tissue culture to harvesting/threshing, which includes potting up, sampling of leaf tissue, extracting of plant DNA and PCR-genotyping.

The post will also be responsible for day-to-day management of the GM seed store and a non-GM seed archive.

The successful candidate must have experience with plant tissue culture, DNA extraction and PCR genotyping. Experience with plant embryo isolation & microscopy, genome editing techniques and molecular cloning would be desirable. You must be able to demonstrate a sound understanding of Health & Safety and GM Guidelines, attention to detail and clear record-keeping. Ideally you must be flexible, willing to undergo training and able to work as part of a team.

This is a part-time 3 year fixed term appointment with a salary in the range of £24,225 to £26,573 per annum.

Closing date: 11 September 2023

About The Company

Established in 1843, Rothamsted Research is one of the UK's leading Research Institutes delivering world class agricultural science. Our commitment to learning and development, equality and diversity as well as creating a positive work life balance, enable a welcoming environment for all prospective employees. As part of our flexibility to working arrangements for our staff, the institute operates a policy whereby regular homeworking arrangements can be considered.

We have an attractive benefits package including 25 days annual leave, a generous pension scheme and an attractive campus offering cultural and recreational activities. Rothamsted Research values its commitment to equality and diversity in its workforce and we particularly encourage applications from women, disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented within the organisation.

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