Research Technician

Department: R&D (Oxfordshire) Reports To: Head of R&D

Job Purpose: To manage the day-to-day operations of the R&D laboratory, including reagent/consumable stock, microbial culturing, and Health & Safety. Additionally, contribute to ongoing R&D projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain reagent/consumable stock levels.
• Conduct routine microbial culturing.
• Ensure the laboratory remains organised, clean, and safe.
• Monitor and enforce Health & Safety procedures.
• Actively participate in R&D projects, including conducting experiments.
• Contribute to team meetings and discussions.

Qualifications and Experience:

• BSc/MSc in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or a related field with laboratory experience.
• Strong background in molecular biology and/or microbiology.
• Proficiency in aseptic techniques.
• Experience or familiarity with DNA amplification methods (e.g., PCR).
• Ability to work to Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) standards and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.