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Research Technician

Imperial College London

Location: London
Salary: £37,977 to £42,360 per annum
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract
Placed On: 26th October 2023
Closes: 23rd November 2023
Job Ref: MED04187
 

Location: Hammersmith and White City Campus

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and highly motivated Research Technician to join Prof Manuel’s Mayr cardiovascular proteomics group at the National Heart and Lung Institute (NHLI) located at the Sir Michael Uren Hub, White City Campus, Imperial College London.

The cardiovascular proteomics research group (www.vascular-proteomics.com) has the latest mass spectrometry equipment, established computational infrastructure and high experience in proteomics and multi-omics research projects.

The research work of the group encompasses a wide variety of wet and dry lab activities. These include molecular and cellular biology experimentation and support in specialist techniques. The post holder will be providing high quality technical support and assisting in laboratory research activities. It is expected that 50% of the time will be spent on ensuring the smooth running in the labs, including ensuring a high standard of cleanliness and sustainability within the lab, producing sterile preparations and provisions, servicing and maintaining equipment, management of chemical and stock supplies, and ensuring compliance with health and safety procedures as directed by the department. It is expected that 30% of the time will be dedicated to scientific services which support experimental research including aseptic tissue collection, tissue and cell culture and isolation of primary neonatal and adult cardiac myocytes from both mice and rats. The rest of the time will be spent providing experimental support for molecular and cellular biology experiments and participating in other projects and activities as directed.

Duties and responsibilities

  • Provide in-depth knowledge of technical or scientific practices, methods and procedures gained through experience and/or formal education
  • Support a range of technical activities, providing research support and scientific services where there are established standards and requirements for service
  • Ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the labs, including equipment maintenance and resource management
  • Actively participate in Continuing Professional Development and training initiatives, in line with the Technician Commitment
  • Gain a strong understanding of the laboratory users’ requirements and appropriately align with changing priorities/needs

Essential requirements

  • Please see job description for minimum education requirements
  • Previous work experience in a relevant technical/scientific post
  • Extensive knowledge and skills gained through work experience in a relevant technical or scientific post
  • Expertise in molecular biology, cell culture and/or histology
  • Working knowledge and understanding of Laboratory Health and Safety Regulations (COSHH, GMO (contained use), etc.) governing the area of work
  • Good computer skills, numeracy skills and ability to apply learnt techniques to the work context
  • Good planning and organization skills, with ability to manage own workload and work with minimal supervision
  • Excellent communication skills, orally and in writing, along with strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
  • Understanding of methodologies and techniques with a knowledge of a range of technical or scientific practices, methods of procedures applicable to the work area
  • Knowledge of environmental impacts of laboratory work and an interest in reducing the negative impacts
  • Strong commitment to Continuing Professional Development and active engagement in ongoing training and learning activities

Further Information

This post will be offered on an a fixed-term contract for 2 years. This is a full-time post and it will be based at Hammersmith & White City campuses.

For further details on the role please contact: Prof Manuel Mayr – m.mayr@imperial.ac.uk.

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