About this role
The role
We are seeking a Research Technician whor will join a new and dynamic team of virologist studying retroviral persistence (e.g., HIV-1, HTLV-1) and therapeutic strategies to eliminate it.
The role consists of fully supporting research laboratory activities, ensuring that the laboratories are prepared for experimentation and are compliant with relevant Health and Safety and other legislative or policy requirements. You will also carry out specialised techniques and train others in these and essential core functions.
What will you be doing?
The main laboratory activities will be the preparation and maintenance of cellular, plasmid, lentiviral constructs and viral stocks, isolation of nucleic acid and proteins, and performance of standardised colorimetric assays. The work will be conducted at CL-2 and CL-3 containment level, after appropriate training, and it will require handling of infectious (retroviruses) cell cultures. You will also oversee laboratory record keeping through the centralised electronic repository of the lab and liaise with the PI for laboratory purchases.
You should apply if
You meet the following essential criteria:
Hands-on experience in laboratory techniques like plasmid amplification, basic cloning, cell culture and aseptic conditions Proficiency in laboratory calculations Excellent organisational abilities, and a commitment to accuracy and efficiency
Desirable criteria includes:
Previous experience working at CL-3 containment level and expertise in handling lentiviral constructs or retroviruses
Additional information
Contract type: Fixed Term Contract until 16/06/2027
Work pattern: 35 hours per week
This advert will close at 23:59 UK time on 22/07/2026
For informal queries please contact: Dr Iart Luca Shytaj, Senior Lecturer - [email protected] / +44 (0)117 4556134
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