Research Assistant - Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell

Harwell Campus, Oxfordshire

About us

The Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell (MLC) https://www.har.mrc.ac.uk/ is located in an expanding science and innovation park in Oxfordshire and is an internationally renowned centre at the forefront of genetics research. As the hub of the new National Mouse Genetics Network, the specialist facilities and capabilities of the MLC support a package of distinctive research clusters spread across the UK to accelerate our understanding of human disease.

About the role

The MLC is recruiting a Research Assistant to provide technical support in their busy Genotyping Core facility. The role will involve working within the Genotyping group and in close collaboration with the Molecular and Cellular Biology team, and activities will involve a broad range of molecular biology techniques.

We are looking for a Research Assistant who has previous experience in qPCR. Experience of working in an ISO9001:2015 environment will be an advantage, but not essential as training can be provided. You will implement a range of molecular protocols (preparation of DNA, PCR, qPCR, DNA sequencing analysis and pyrosequencing) in a fast-paced environment with a strong customer focus.

Key responsibilities include

• Characterisation of genotypes and quality control of genetically modified materials, employing PCR-based techniques and sequencing
• Genotyping of mouse biopsies acquired from a large variety of genetically altered colonies
• Validation of the genetic background of mice held at the MLC
• Sample management and communication of results internally and to stakeholders.
• Maintaining cleanliness in the animal rooms 

About You

You will have:

• A BSc in Biological Sciences or a related subject and an understanding of basic techniques; e.g., PCR, qPCR and ddPCR
• Experience of working in a laboratory
• Experience in basic techniques of molecular biology; e.g., PCR, cloning and DNA sequence analysis
• Computer literacy is essential for the recording and communication of results 

Benefits

Choosing to come to work at the MRC (part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)) means that you will have access to a whole host of benefits, from a defined-benefit pension scheme and excellent holiday entitlement, to access to employee shopping/travel discounts and a salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme. In addition, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the work of a world-class medical research organisation and acquire professional registration.

How to Apply:

For full details and to apply please click the 'Apply' button above.  Please quote reference MLC 2120

The closing date for applications is 12-Apr-2023

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