Research Technician

About the Role

The principal duty of the post will be to undertake routine large scale sample management (logging, processing, storing/banking) of any and all biological study samples collected by the study, with some out of hours work expected.

Genes & Health (http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) is an ambitious high-profile community-based genetics study that aims to improve health among individuals of Pakistani and Bangladeshi descent and an exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented individual to join our laboratory team. The Study, which has close collaborations with leading international genomics centres, including the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute and The Broad Institute, has to date collected samples and genetic data from over 73,000 volunteers.

Data produced by the study has contributed to papers in Cell, Nature and New England Journal of Medicine.

At Queen Mary University of London, we believe that a diversity of ideas helps us achieve the previously unthinkable.

Throughout our history, we’ve fostered social justice and improved lives through academic excellence. And we continue to live and breathe this spirit today, not because it’s simply ‘the right thing to do’ but for what it helps us achieve and the intellectual brilliance it delivers.

We continue to embrace diversity of thought and opinion in everything we do, in the belief that when views collide, disciplines interact, and perspectives intersect, truly original thought takes form.

Essential requirements for this post include a BSc in a biological subject with an understanding of Genetics and Genomics principles, and Health and Safety procedures. Experience in biological sample processing will be looked upon favourably. The post holder will exhibit a high attention to detail and accuracy in their work along with the qualities of being flexible whilst working cooperatively within a team.

We offer competitive salaries, access to a generous pension scheme, 30 days’ leave per annum (pro‑rata for part‑time/fixed‑term), a season ticket loan scheme and access to a comprehensive range of personal and professional development opportunities. In addition, we offer a range of work life balance and family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and campus facilities.

Queen Mary’s commitment to our diverse and inclusive community is embedded in our appointments processes. Reasonable adjustments will be made at each stage of the recruitment process for any candidate with a disability. We are open to considering applications from candidates wishing to work flexibly.

£33,263 to £40,015 per annum