13432- Research Technician

University of Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in Edinburgh is looking for a Research Technician to join the Rheumatology Research Group. The role involves providing technical support, ordering reagents, and maintaining lab records for research on skeletal joint biology and arthritis. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and experience with laboratory techniques such as molecular biology and tissue culture. The position offers full-time hours with flexibility considered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional qualification in relevant field.
• Experience in laboratory techniques such as molecular biology and tissue culture.
• Excellent skills to interact with team members effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to group members.
• Order laboratory reagents and maintain records.
• Support research focused on skeletal joint biology and arthritis pathology.

Skills

Laboratory-based research experience

Molecular biology techniques

Tissue culture knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Willingness to learn new techniques

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Grade UE05: £29,588-£33,951

CMVM- CGEM, IGC

Full Time: 35 hours per week

Fixed Term: 30 months

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Research Technician to join the Rheumatology Research Group to support research focused on skeletal joint biology and arthritis pathology.

Your main responsibilities will be to provide technical support to group members, order laboratory reagents and maintain laboratory records.

You will join the School for Genetics and Cancer at the University of Edinburgh, which is a vibrant scientific community within an exciting and beautiful city.

This post is full-time (35 hours per week) for 30 months; however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns.

Your skills and attributes for success

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional qualification and / or experience with relevant laboratory-based research.
• Experience in laboratory techniques such as, molecular biology and tissue culture.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact productively with other team members.
• Proactive approach to effective time management and efficiently support the research programme objectives.
• Ability and enthusiasm to learn and apply new techniques.