Technician (Operations) Molecular Biology

King's College London; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in London is seeking a scientifically skilled individual for a full-time role in their DNA analysis department. The ideal candidate will hold a BSc in biochemistry or forensic science, possess experience in molecular biology techniques, and excel in communication and teamwork. This position will be fixed-term until 31/12/2026, requiring the clarification of kinship relationships using DNA analysis methods.

Qualifications

• BSc in a relevant subject area like biochemistry or forensic science.
• Experience in molecular biology techniques is essential.
• Ability to plan workloads and meet deadlines is required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide DNA testing services within the ISO17025 accredited laboratory.
• Support health and safety requirements for the department.
• Clarify kinship relationships using DNA analysis.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

Teamwork

Communication skills

Workload planning

Education

BSc in a relevant subject area

Master's degree in forensic science

Job description

About Us

King's College London is an internationally renowned university situated in the heart of London. DNA analysis at King's sits within the School of Cancer and Pharmaceutical Science and is a UKAS17025 accredited forensic DNA testing laboratory which also has UK Ministry of Justice accreditation to carry out court-approved DNA tests. The Forensic Genetics and Genomics research groups, led by Professor Syndercombe Court and Dr David Ballard, are at the forefront of forensic DNA research, with both a national and international profile.

About The Role

This role provides scientific services within the DNA analysis at King's ISO17025 accredited laboratory. Scientific services will be primarily related to DNA testing methods that are employed to clarify kinship relationships between individuals but may also include the application of these methods for criminal casework. The postholder will also provide general health and safety support for the department, which will take up the equivalent of 1 day a week.

This is a full time post, and will be offered on a fixed-term contract until 31/12/2026.

About You

To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:

Essential criteria

• BSc in a relevant subject area, e.g. biochemistry, forensic science.
• Experience in molecular biology techniques
• Ability to plan workloads and work to deadlines
• Ability to work in a team
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Desirable criteria

• Master's degree in forensic science
• Knowledge of ISO17025 quality management systems in forensic science
• Experience with forensic DNA casework
• Experience with Health & Safety Management in a laboratory setting

We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community.

We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's. We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert.

Interviews are due to be held in October. We are not able to offer sponsorship for candidates who do not currently possess the right to work in the UK.