DNA Metabarcoding Research Technician

Newcastle University; Oswestry; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading research university in Oswestry is seeking a Research Technician to contribute to cutting-edge invertebrate biomonitoring technologies. The role includes extracting DNA from samples and utilizing bioinformatics tools for data analysis. Ideal candidates should have invertebrate taxonomy skills and be nearing completion of a PhD in relevant fields. This position offers a salary between £35,608 and £37,694 per annum on a part-time basis, alongside competitive benefits and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Generous holiday package

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Excellent pension schemes

Qualifications

• Trained invertebrate taxonomy skills.
• Proven track record in DNA metabarcoding and bioinformatics.
• Experience in community data processing and database management.

Responsibilities

• Extract and prepare DNA from bulk samples for sequencing.
• Process invertebrate DNA sequence data using bioinformatics pipelines.
• Assist in writing reports and manuscripts.

Skills

Invertebrate taxonomy skills

DNA metabarcoding

Scientific publishing

Data analysis

Analytical skills

Education

PhD in biology/ecology/conservation biology (in progress)

Good honours degree in relevant area

Job description

A leading research university in Oswestry is seeking a Research Technician to contribute to cutting-edge invertebrate biomonitoring technologies. The role includes extracting DNA from samples and utilizing bioinformatics tools for data analysis. Ideal candidates should have invertebrate taxonomy skills and be nearing completion of a PhD in relevant fields. This position offers a salary between £35,608 and £37,694 per annum on a part-time basis, alongside competitive benefits and a collaborative work environment.