Laboratory Technician

Singular: Building Brilliant Biotechs; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Singular: Building Brilliant Biotechs in York is seeking a Research Technician – Plant Molecular Biology to contribute to an organelle engineering platform and crop trait development. You will perform hands-on molecular biology work and generate high-quality data to support translational science.

This role offers mentorship from senior scientists and founders, exposure to plant transformation, and opportunities to grow into an independent researcher as the team advances novel crop technologies.

Qualifications

• BSc in Plant Science, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Genetics, Biological Sciences or related discipline.
• Practical laboratory experience through academic research, placements, internships or industry.
• Knowledge of molecular biology techniques and experimental design.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Scientific curiosity and willingness to learn new methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Supporting genetic engineering and plant transformation projects
• Using techniques including PCR, cloning, genotyping and sequencing
• Supporting plant tissue culture, propagation and plant growth activities
• Analysing, documenting and communicating experimental results
• Contributing to protocol optimisation and troubleshooting activities

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Molecular biology

Experimental design

Attention to detail

Curiosity & learning

Education

BSc in Plant Science / Molecular Biology / Biotechnology

Job description

Research Technician – Plant Molecular Biology

York | Full-Time | Onsite

Develop Next-Generation Crop Technologies

Are you an early-career molecular biologist looking for the opportunity to develop breakthrough technologies with real-world agricultural impact?

You are a curious, hands-on Research Technician who enjoys generating high-quality experimental data and solving scientific problems at the bench. If you're excited by plant biotechnology, genetic engineering and translational science, we'd love to hear from you.

This is an opportunity to join a growing biotechnology company developing a novel organelle engineering platform to unlock new crop traits that improve productivity, resilience and sustainability.

You'll work closely with experienced scientists and founders, gaining exposure to advanced molecular biology, plant transformation and crop trait development programmes while building the skills needed to develop into an independent research scientist.

The Opportunity

You'll be part of a highly collaborative R&D team focused on advancing innovative crop technologies from concept to application.

A core part of the role involves conducting molecular biology and plant biotechnology experiments, generating high-quality data and supporting the optimisation of new scientific workflows. You'll contribute directly to research programmes that aim to address challenges in food security and sustainable agriculture.

What you'll be doing

• Supporting genetic engineering and plant transformation projects
• Using techniques including PCR, cloning, genotyping and sequencing
• Supporting plant tissue culture, propagation and plant growth activities
• Analysing, documenting and communicating experimental results
• Contributing to protocol optimisation and troubleshooting activities

Who we're looking for

We're interested in scientists who are excited by discovery, enjoy working at the bench and want to build a career within a high-growth biotechnology environment.

• BSc in Plant Science, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Genetics, Biological Sciences or a related discipline
• Practical laboratory experience through academic research, placements, internships or industry
• Knowledge of molecular biology techniques and experimental design
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Scientific curiosity and a willingness to learn new methodologies

If you're looking for a role where you can develop advanced molecular biology skills, contribute to meaningful agricultural innovation, and grow alongside an ambitious biotechnology company, this could be the role for you.