Academic ConnectResearch Laboratory Technician (Fixed Term)
Applications are invited for a laboratory technician to work on the NovoNordisk Foundation supported research project on wheat in Professor Uta Paszkowski's laboratory, starting as soon as possible.
This is an exciting opportunity for somebody passionate about scientific research to join a vibrant and friendly team of researchers and technicians in the Crop Science Centre at the University of Cambridge and work in a state-of-the-art laboratory.
The Crop Science Centre opened in October 2020 and benefits from the diverse skills and expertise of the University of Cambridge and NIAB, providing an environment for research excellence in crops, with the drive and expertise for scientific translation to address real-world problems. About 80 staff and students are located at the Centre, distributed in between six established research groups.
The role holder will report to Prof Paszkowski and will have experience in the management, organisation and maintenance of large volumes of material with hands-on expertise in standard molecular biological techniques (PCR, qPCR, cloning, DNA/RNA extraction) and standard light microscopy. The new hire will be involved with the cultivation of plants under glasshouse or field conditions. Overall, the post demands an ability for systematic, organised working, and sufficient experience to appropriately prioritise tasks.
The new hire will have the ability to work independently once trained, but will also need good communication and interpersonal skills, and be a strong team player, well integrating with the wider team of laboratory technicians.
Informal enquiries are welcome and should be directed to Prof Uta Paszkowski (up220@cam.ac.uk).
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 30 September 2027.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.
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