Research Technician
| Posting date: | 23 May 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £27,181 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 June 2024 |
| Location: | Sheffield, South Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 1 day per week |
| Company: | University of Sheffield |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | UOS041109 |
Summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual interested in cardiovascular research to join and support research activities of Dr Jovana Serbanovic-Canic at the Division of Clinical Medicine, School of Medicine and Population Health. As a Research Technician you will join a British Heart Foundation-funded project investigating the cellular and molecular mechanisms of atherosclerosis, a disease of arteries that causes heart attack and stroke.
You will work closely with Dr Serbanovic-Canic to oversee the efficient daily operation of the laboratory, assist laboratory management and provide essential support for specific research activities. This post is an ideal opportunity for the successful candidate to gain new skills and experience in biomedical research and offers an excellent opportunity for career development.
You will be enthusiastic about research and have good molecular biology skills, such as conventional and real-time PCR and Western Blotting. Experience working with mammalian cell culture and/or mouse models will be an advantage. You will be able to communicate effectively and have excellent record keeping skills.
Informal enquiries to Dr Jovana Serbanovic-Canic (e-mail: j.serbanovic-canic@sheffield.ac.uk) are encouraged.
We’re one of the best not-for-profit organisations to work for in the UK. The University’s Total Reward Package includes a competitive salary, a generous Pension Scheme and annual leave entitlement, as well as access to a range of learning and development courses to support your personal and professional development.
We build teams of people from different heritages and lifestyles from across the world, whose talent and contributions complement each other to greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching and student experience.
To find out what makes the University of Sheffield a remarkable place to work, watch this short film: www.youtube.com/watch?v=7LblLk18zmo, and follow @sheffielduni and @ShefUniJobs on Twitter for more information.
You will work closely with Dr Serbanovic-Canic to oversee the efficient daily operation of the laboratory, assist laboratory management and provide essential support for specific research activities. This post is an ideal opportunity for the successful candidate to gain new skills and experience in biomedical research and offers an excellent opportunity for career development.
You will be enthusiastic about research and have good molecular biology skills, such as conventional and real-time PCR and Western Blotting. Experience working with mammalian cell culture and/or mouse models will be an advantage. You will be able to communicate effectively and have excellent record keeping skills.
Informal enquiries to Dr Jovana Serbanovic-Canic (e-mail: j.serbanovic-canic@sheffield.ac.uk) are encouraged.
We’re one of the best not-for-profit organisations to work for in the UK. The University’s Total Reward Package includes a competitive salary, a generous Pension Scheme and annual leave entitlement, as well as access to a range of learning and development courses to support your personal and professional development.
We build teams of people from different heritages and lifestyles from across the world, whose talent and contributions complement each other to greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching and student experience.
To find out what makes the University of Sheffield a remarkable place to work, watch this short film: www.youtube.com/watch?v=7LblLk18zmo, and follow @sheffielduni and @ShefUniJobs on Twitter for more information.