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Research Scientist

UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) - Virology and Pathogenesis Group

Location: Salisbury
Salary: £25,976 to £30,264
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract
Placed On: 2nd October 2023
Closes: 15th October 2023
Job Ref: 317647

Location: Porton Down, Salisbury

Hours: 37.5 hours/week

Contract: FTC until 31st March 2025

The post holder will support research projects within the Virology and Pathogenesis group which may include, but is not limited to, evaluation of vaccines, therapeutics and novel inactivation methods, isolation, and characterisation of viruses from clinical, study and surveillance samples. The post will involve performing a broad range of microbiology and molecular biology assays relating to the analysis of viruses at ACDP Containment level 2. This job will include routine laboratory work, laboratory housekeeping and maintenance, recording and reporting of results and ensuring the work is carried out to high scientific, safety and quality standard.

The postholder will have relevant degree (or equivalent) and work experience in microbiology and/or virology laboratory environment and proven abilities to undertake a broad range of standard laboratory techniques. The post holder will need good communication skills and ability to work in a team. A high degree of flexibility is expected, as the post holder will work across the Virology and Pathogenesis group. 

The job holder will be required to carry out the following responsibilities, activities and duties:

  • Perform a range standard methods/assays/techniques in support of all activities associated with the project aimed to ensure project deliverables are met on time and within budget
  • Take responsibility for the provision of reagents and consumables required for project area
  • Take responsibility for laboratory housekeeping and supervision of a V&P laboratory following necessary training
  • Provide data to input into reports, to meet project targets and for preparation of presentations and publications
  • Ensure that the project operates to a high scientific standard.
  • To perform any other duties required by the Line manager commensurate with grade
  • To ensure that the project team undertakes work in accordance with applicable UKHSA Safety and Quality systems
  • To maintain health and safety competence
  • To fulfil the requirements of UKHSA Values and the Civil Service Code.
  • To comply with all UKHSA policies and procedures. 

Essential

  • Degree (or equivalent) and relevant experience in a microbiology topic/environment.
  • Experience of working in a microbiology/molecular biology laboratory.
  • Good understanding and experience of safe working practices and quality.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Self-motivating, organized & meticulous.
  • Able to work flexibly to meet varying needs.
  • Willing to undertake further training.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in teams and independently.
  • An understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships, both in terms of day-to-day working practices, but also in relation to management systems. 

Desirable

  • Good knowledge and practical familiarity with techniques for project i.e., basic virology, cell culture, RT-PCR. 

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