Senior Research Technician: Insect Collections & Lab Support

University of Exeter; Penryn; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Exeter invites applications for a Senior Research Technician to support an ERC project on insecticide sensitivity in Hymenoptera. This role involves managing and developing priceless insect collections and transgenic lines, and collaborating with research teams.

The post requires experience with insects, lab research, safe working practices, and inventory/purchasing duties. Part-time 0.25 FTE, fixed-term from 01 December 2026 to 31 May 2030; salary £34,630 per annum pro rata on

Qualifications

• Experience of working with insects and managing insect or biological collections.
• Ability to work collaboratively with researchers and teams.
• Ability to undertake laboratory research and maintain safe working practices (training and risk assessments).
• Purchasing laboratory supplies and managing inventories.

Responsibilities

• Support and deliver objectives of ERC project on insecticide sensitivity in Hymenoptera.
• Manage and develop insect collections and transgenic lines.
• Undertake laboratory experiments and ensure safe working practices.
• Maintain inventories of materials and chemicals and procure supplies.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Insect handling

Inventory management

Team collaboration

Job description

The University of Exeter invites applications for a Senior Research Technician to support an ERC project on insecticide sensitivity in Hymenoptera. This role involves managing and developing priceless insect collections and transgenic lines, and collaborating with research teams.

The post requires experience with insects, lab research, safe working practices, and inventory/purchasing duties. Part-time 0.25 FTE, fixed-term from 01 December 2026 to 31 May 2030; salary £34,630 per annum pro rata on