Laboratory Technician

Corehr; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Corehr is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support the Children Growing Up in Liverpool programme. You will provide technical support for the collection, processing and storage of human samples for biobanking and future research, under the guidance of the Programme Manager.

The role includes assisting with the C-GULL sub-study Healthy Brains Healthy Futures and undertaking microbial DNA extraction from faecal and breast milk samples to study microbiome impacts on health outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum a BTEC Higher Level (or equivalent) in a relevant healthcare/biomedical science.
• Some experience of working in a research laboratory or clinical setting.
• Knowledge of the Human Tissue Act Regulations and handling of biological material.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to workload priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for collection, processing and storage of human samples for biobanking and future research.
• Manage sample processing and shipping for the C-GULL sub-study Healthy Brains Healthy Futures.
• Support extraction of microbial DNA from faecal and breast milk samples to study microbiome impacts on future health outcomes.
• Work flexibly depending on workload and priorities under supervision.

Skills

Biological sample handling

Laboratory safety

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Education

BTEC Higher Level in Biomedical Science

Tools

DNA extraction

Sample processing

Job description

Hours of work: Full-time - 35 hours per week

Tenure: Fixed term for 12 months

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to work as a Laboratory Technician for a programme of research called Children Growing Up in Liverpool. Working under the direction of the Programme Manager, you will provide technical support for the collection, processing and storage of human samples for biobanking and use in future research. You will manage sample processing and shipping for the new C-GULL sub-study Healthy Brains Healthy Futures. You will also support the extraction of microbial DNA from faecal and breast milk samples to allow investigation of the effect of the microbiome on future health outcomes, in particular mental health.

You should have at a minimum a BTEC Higher Level (or equivalent) in a relevant healthcare / biomedical science, some experience of working in a research laboratory or clinical setting, a good working knowledge of the Human Tissue Act Regulations and experience of working with / handling a range of biological material. The candidate must have excellent technical knowledge and interpersonal skills and must also be able and willing to work flexibly depending on workload and priorities.

The ideal candidate should be proactive, demonstrate initiative and show a willingness to learn and improve on their existing skills and knowledge.

The role is available for 12 months initially, with the vision for continuation subject to availability of funding and requirement.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to enhancing a workforce as diverse as our community and particularly encourage applicants who are of minoritised genders and ethnic backgrounds, living with a disability, and/or are members of the LGBTQIA+ community.