Specialist Research Technician

University of Bristol; West of England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Berger Schaffitzel laboratories at the School of Biochemistry, University of Bristol, seek a Specialist Research Technician to manage the MultiBac baculovirus/insect cell facility and the molecular biology platforms. You will operate with a high degree of independence and resourcefulness to underpin world-class research in molecular and structural biology.

You will be part of a vibrant lab developing cutting-edge technology to generate new knowledge in gene expression research, with

Qualifications

• Manage the MultiBac baculovirus/insect cell facility for high‑level research.
• Operate molecular biology platforms linked to MultiBac workflows.
• Contribute to gene regulation and fertility research projects.

Responsibilities

• Operate the baculovirus/insect cell platform in the EEF with independence.
• Resource and maintain molecular biology platforms supporting MultiBac operations.
• Contribute to world-class research in molecular and structural biology.

Skills

Independent worker

Resourceful

Team player

Molecular biology

Gene expression

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry / Molecular biology

Tools

MultiBac baculovirus system

Insect cell culture equipment

Eukaryotic expression facility (EEF)

Job description

• Enjoy working on cutting-edge projects in molecular and structural biology
• Are a dedicated team player
• Are independent and resourceful and excited about managing high-tech platforms including the MultiBac baculovirus/insect cell expression system
• Have a keen interest in gene expression research
• Have experience with eukaryotic cell culture / tissue culture work

The Berger Schaffitzel laboratories are seeking to fill a Specialist Research Technician post at the School of Biochemistry, University of Bristol UK.

You will manage the MultiBac baculovirus/insect cell facility and the molecular biology platforms, showing a high degree of independence and resourcefulness. You will underpin world-class research in molecular and structural biology. You will participate in a vibrant and dynamic research environment in a laboratory developing and applying cutting edge technology to generate new knowledge and biological insights in a top 10 UK University, in one of the best cities to live in the UK.

What will you be doing?

You will be part of a leading research team engaged in transcription factor research. Showing a high degree of independence, you will manage, resource and operate the baculovirus/insect cell platform in the Eukaryotic Expression Facility (EEF), using the MultiBac technology developed by the Berger Schaffitzel team, and you will manage and operate the molecular biology platforms associated with MultiBac operations. Using cutting-edge technology, you will carry out and underpin world-class research relevant to gene regulation and fertility.