RESEARCH TECHNICIAN IN INSECT SYMBIOSIS

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Job summary

A leading academic institution in Liverpool is seeking a Research Technician to assist in a project exploring insect-symbiont interactions. The ideal candidate will have experience in insect husbandry and molecular biology techniques. Responsibilities include conducting experiments, maintaining records, and engaging in lab meetings. The position offers opportunities for skill development and is available until May 2028.

Qualifications

• Experience in insect husbandry and experimentation.
• Ability to perform DNA extraction, PCR, and qPCR assays.
• Commitment to maintaining research records.

Responsibilities

• Perform experiments on insect-symbiont interactions.
• Contribute to lab meetings and journal clubs.
• Maintain research records.

Skills

Insect husbandry

Molecular biology

DNA extraction

PCR

qPCR assays

Education

BTEC Higher Level in Biological Sciences or related discipline

Job description

THE UNIVERSITY OF LIVERPOOL

FACULTY OF HEALTH AND LIFE SCIENCES (HLS)
INSTITUTE OF INFECTION, VET & ECOLOGICAL SCIENCES

DEPARTMENT OF EVOLUTION, ECOLOGY & BEHAVIOUR

RESEARCH TECHNICIAN IN INSECT SYMBIOSIS
- GRADE 5

£29,179 - £33,482 pa


Greg Hurst’s lab at the University of Liverpool seeks a grade 5 research technician with experience in insect husbandry, experimentation, and molecular biology to assist in a project exploring how symbionts move between host species and how they are impacted by environmental conditions. The primary duties will be to perform experiments on insect-symbiont interactions, along with DNA extraction, PCR and qPCR assays as needed, and to maintain research records. The successful candidate will work in a collegial, supportive environment, contribute to lab meetings and journal clubs if desired, and, have the opportunity to learn new skills and techniques.

You should have a BTEC Higher Level (or equivalent) in Biological Sciences or related discipline.

The post is available until 29 May 2028.

Commitment to Diversity
The University of Liverpool is committed to enhancing workforce diversity. We actively seek to attract, develop, and retain colleagues with diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all genders/gender identities, Black, Asian, or Minority Ethnic backgrounds, individuals living with a disability, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Job Ref: 096693 Closing Date: 21 August 2025

For full details and to apply online, please visit: https://recruit.liverpool.ac.uk