"Research Technician"

Department

Biology

Salary

£30,487 - £31,396 per year

Grade

Grade 5

Contract status

Fixed term

Hours of work

Full-time (flexibility available)

Based at

University of York campus

Interview date

TBC

Posted Date

30/07/2024

Apply by

20/08/2024

Job Reference

13492

Role Description

Department of Biology

Located in the historic cathedral city, the University of York offers rigorous academic programmes, a global perspective and an exciting way to take advantage of the City of York.

The research technician position offers an opportunity to conduct cutting-edge research on blood stem cells using microfluidics technology. We are looking for self-motivated and enthusiastic research scientists/engineers who are excited about biomedical and bioengineering research. You will bring expertise in some relevant aspects of microfluidics research but also a broader understanding and interest in blood stem cell biology. 

Role

The individual will work and collaborate with students/postdocs to define the range of forces that can cause physical, biochemical and cell fate changes in primary blood stem cells. The day-to-day tasks involves operating microfabrication-specific equipment such as lithography systems and deposition chambers, as well as biological techniques such as cell culture and transfection. 

Skills, Experience & Qualification needed

The ideal candidate will possess hands-on experience in microfluidics fabrication techniques and cleanroom protocols. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to details are essential. 

• HNC, HND, undergraduate degree, or equivalent experience in engineering, physics or biology
• Experience with cell and molecular biology is desirable
• Previous laboratory experience and skills in specific techniques such as cell culture, live-cell microscopy, microfluidics, image analysis and archiving would be desirable 
• Prior experience with CAD Software for micro-mechanical design would be desirable

Interview date: TBC

For informal enquiries: please contact Dr Rasha Rezk via email rasha.rezk@york.ac.uk