Research Technician (91036)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 26 Tachwedd 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £29,588.00 i £33,951.00 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | 29588 - 33951 |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 10 Rhagfyr 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Liverpool, L3 5QA |
| Cwmni: | Vacancy Filler |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | NOV20257833 |
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Full-time, Fixed-term appointment for 12 months The Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) is a world-leading institution dedicated to improving global health through cutting-edge research, education, and capacity strengthening. The Vector Biology Department delivers internationally recognised research on insect vectors of disease, supporting innovation in vector control tools and strategies. We are seeking an organised, enthusiastic Research Technician to join our Vector Biology laboratories. The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary team developing and applying analytical methods for evaluating new insecticidal materials and studying insecticide metabolism.This is a hands-on laboratory role that will contribute directly to research programmes within the department, as well as to service-based projects for external clients. Key responsibilities will include: Prepare and develop HPLC and other analytical methods for insecticide analysis Develop and manage Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for quantifying insecticide content in insecticide treated materialsConduct HPLC and other analytical techniques such as mass spectrometry to quantify insecticide levels in materialsSet-up and perform biochemical assays to measure P450 and other enzyme activitiesPrepare recombinant mosquito proteins for insecticide metabolism assaysPrepare and maintain adequate laboratory records of methods, sample details and resultsCollate and assess data using Excel, Prism and statistics softwarePrepare written data reports and presentation summaries for the Line Manager and fundersProvide initial analysis of data and draft sections of reports for funders and external collaborators The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work as an integral and flexible member of fast-paced multi-disciplinary research team. You will be able to demonstrate: Higher Education qualification in Chemical/Biological ScienceRelevant experience of working within a research laboratoryMaintenance of laboratory data, book and record keepingExperience of working to health & safety regulations and requirementsAbility to adapt protocols from published literatureStrong numeracy and analytical skills with the ability to collate accurate dataExperience in working with HPLC or similar analytics (desirable) (For a full list of essential and desirable criteria please refer to the job description and person specification) Additional benefits of joining LSTM: 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, plus Christmas closure daysGenerous occupational pension schemesGovernment backed “cycle to work” scheme.Affiliated, discounted staff membership to the University of Liverpool Sports CentreA range of additional family friendly policies Application Process: To apply for the position please follow the apply link and upload your CV and covering letter. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we may close our vacancies early. It is therefore advisable to apply as early as possible if you would like to be considered for a role. Please note, interviews will take place in January 2026 Inclusion is central to our values at LSTM. We seek to attract and recruit people who reflect the diversity across our communities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, nationality, faith or belief, social background, age and disability. LSTM selects candidates based on skills, qualifications, and experience. We welcome conversations about flexible working; and applications from those returning to employment after a break from their careers. About LSTM Founded in 1898 and the oldest of its kind in the world, the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) is an internationally recognised centre of excellence for teaching and research in tropical diseases. Through the creation of effective links with governments, NGOs, private organisations and global institutions and by responding to the health needs of communities, LSTM aims to promote improved health, particularly for people of the less developed/resource poorest countries in the tropics and sub-tropics. Look at some of the great work we have achieved over the past year by viewing our annual report:https://www.lstmed.ac.uk/about/annual-reports-and-financial-statements LSTM actively promotes Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding Policies