Research Technician: Tissue Culture & BNCT Lab

University of Birmingham; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Birmingham is seeking a part-time Research Technician to provide technical support for a Rosetrees-funded project, focusing on advanced pre-clinical boron-containing therapeutics. You will perform mammalian tissue culture, prepare samples for analyses, and liaise with a multidisciplinary team.

The role is based in the Pharmacy Laboratories at Edgbaston, with training provided and potential for flexible hours to accommodate project needs.

Qualifications

• NVQ, BTEC/ONC at level three or equivalent level three qualification and specific relevant experience in an appropriate subject.
• GCSE level 2 (A*- C/4-9) or equivalent level 2 qualification in mathematics and English.
• Practical experience of mammalian tissue culture techniques, including aseptic working and competent laboratory pipetting skills.
• Demonstrable experience of accurate laboratory solution preparation, serial dilutions and volumetric techniques, with a sound understanding of Good Laboratory Practice.
• Experience of working in a laboratory-based teaching or research environment; or be able to demonstrate the capability to participate in research projects.

Responsibilities

• Undertake laboratory-based research involving advanced 2D and 3D tissue culture techniques, including growth of spheroids/organoids for drug responses.
• Maintain accurate records of techniques, procedures and results.
• Assist with risk assessments and ensure safety compliance across the lab.

Skills

Mammalian tissue culture

Aseptic technique

Lab pipetting

Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)

Lab safety awareness

Time management

Flexibility in hours

Communication with project team

Education

NVQ/ONC level 3

GCSE maths & English (A*-C/4-9)

BTEC qualification

Tools

Pipettes

pH meters

Autoclaves

Microscopes

ICP-MS awareness

Job description

University of Birmingham is seeking a part-time Research Technician to provide technical support for a Rosetrees-funded project, focusing on advanced pre-clinical boron-containing therapeutics. You will perform mammalian tissue culture, prepare samples for analyses, and liaise with a multidisciplinary team.

The role is based in the Pharmacy Laboratories at Edgbaston, with training provided and potential for flexible hours to accommodate project needs.