Laboratory Technician for Cardiovascular Sciences

University of Surrey; Guildford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the UK is seeking a junior technician to support research in the Cardiovascular Sciences Section. The role involves assisting the Laboratory Manager, engaging in research activities, and training students. Candidates should possess strong organisational and communication skills, and experience in laboratory techniques such as tissue culture is beneficial. This position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits in an inclusive environment.

Benefits

Market leading Pension

32 Days Holiday

Salary Sacrifice benefits

Student discount eligibility

Access to world-class facilities

On-site parking and cafes

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with various laboratory equipment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the Laboratory Manager with Health and Safety regulations.
• Engage with and support ongoing research activities.
• Train students and staff on various laboratory equipment.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Communication skills

Pro-active nature

Tools

Tissue culture

Protein purification

Molecular biology

Job description

We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated, efficient, and hardworking individual to join as a junior technician (level 2b) to support research within the Section of Cardiovascular Sciences in the School of Biosciences. The section sits in the Discipline of Clinical Sciences within the School of Biosciences. The School of Biosciences undertakes cutting-edge research in areas including immunology, oncology, virology, chronobiology and nutrition, using state-of-the-art techniques and facilities to investigate problems relating to human health and wellbeing.

The post holder must be able to work independently and as part of a team, including being able to work with postgraduate students, as well as technical and academic members of staff. Therefore strong organisational, communication skills, and a pro-active nature, are essential to the role. Key duties will include:

• Supporting the Laboratory Manager to implement Health and Safety regulations and establish that best practice is followed in all the laboratory areas.
• Engaging with and supporting the research activities on-going within the Cardiovascular Sciences Section.
• Working closely with the other technicians across the school to provide broad laboratory support.

The post holder will also carry out laboratory inductions and the training of students and staff on an variety of equipment within the Section and School. Experience with any of the following; tissue culture, protein purification, tissue slicing and molecular biology would be advantageous, but not essential.

What’s in it for you?:

We think Surrey is an amazing place to work, and we are carefully crafting a dynamic, flexible, and fun place to work and thrive.

Alongside our gorgeous campus setting, collegiate on-site atmosphere and plentiful development opportunities, we also offer:

• Market leading Pension
• 32 Days Holiday
• Salary Sacrifice benefits including subsidised rail fare, cycle to work scheme and on-site childcare
• Student discount eligibility
• Access to world-class facilities at discounted rates
• On-site parking for commuters, cafes, restaurants and coffee shops

For further details or for an informal discussion of the post please contact:

Gillian Wallis, Research Lab Manager ([e-mail])

The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.

Further details

For more informationand to apply online, please download the further details and click on the 'Apply' button above.

In return we offer a generous pension, relocation assistance where appropriate , flexible working options including job share and blended home/campus working locations (dependent on work duties), access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.

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£27,644 to £30,805 per annum