Research Assistant

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading research institution in London seeks a part-time Research Assistant to help design and conduct experiments using Musca sorbens flies. The position demands a qualified candidate with a degree in entomology or a related field, and significant knowledge of Musca sorbens handling and rearing. The role includes data analysis and collaboration within the research team. Salary is between £39,984 and £45,728 pro rata, with additional benefits including annual leave and pension membership.

Benefits

30 days annual leave pro rata

Discretionary Wellbeing Days

Pension Scheme membership

Qualifications

• Degree in entomology or related field is essential.
• Experience with Musca sorbens handling and rearing is required.
• Prior experience conducting experiments with Musca sorbens is necessary.
• Knowledge of vector control methodologies is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with designing experiments using Musca sorbens.
• Support with Musca sorbens rearing activities.
• Contribute to data analysis and scientific outputs.
• Work collaboratively with the research team.
• Occasional overseas travel may be required.

Skills

Entomology

Musca sorbens handling

Data analysis

Vector control

Education

Science degree in entomology or related discipline

Job description

Overview

The post-holder will be required to assist with the design, preparation and implementation of scientifically rigorous experiments using Musca sorbens flies. The post-holder will assist with M. sorbens rearing and with the design, implementation and analysis of experiments relating to M. sorbens oviposition and behaviour, as part of the research team. The post-holder is expected to assist with the analysis of data arising from the research and to produce relevant scientific outputs, contributing towards ongoing and future work arising from this post. The post requires an enthusiastic, punctual, flexible and hard-working individual with a good experimental mind and excellent attention to detail. Occasional overseas travel may be required in relation to the research project.

The successful candidate will have a science degree in entomology (or related discipline), knowledge of and experience in Musca sorbens handling and rearing, experience in conducting experiments with Musca sorbens and knowledge of and experience in vector control.

The post is part-time 17.5 hours per week, 0.5 FTE and fixed term until 30 July 2026. The post is funded by Sight Savers and is available from February 2026.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design, preparation and implementation of scientifically rigorous experiments using Musca sorbens.
• Assist with Musca sorbens rearing and with experiments relating to oviposition and behaviour.
• Assist with data analysis arising from the research and contribute to producing relevant scientific outputs.
• Contribute towards ongoing and future work arising from this post as part of the research team.
• Travel overseas occasionally if required by the research project.

Qualifications

• Science degree in entomology (or related discipline).
• Knowledge of and experience in Musca sorbens handling and rearing.
• Experience in conducting experiments with Musca sorbens.
• Knowledge of and experience in vector control.

Details

The salary will be on the LSHTM salary scale, Grade 5 in the range of £39,984 to £45,728 per annum pro rata (inclusive of London Weighting). The post will be subject to the LSHTM terms and conditions of service. Annual leave entitlement is 30 working days per year, pro rata for part-time staff. In addition there are discretionary "Wellbeing Days". Membership of the Pension Scheme is available. The post is based in London at LSHTM.

Equal Opportunities

The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We believe that when people feel respected and included, they can be more creative, successful, and happier at work. While we have more work to do, we are committed to building an inclusive workplace, a community that everyone feels a part of, which is safe, respectful, supportive and enables all to reach their full potential.