Senior Technician DCG

We seek a motivated Senior Technician to become a member of Viral ImmunoTherapies and Advanced therapeutics Laboratory (VITAL), in the research team of Dr Emily Bates. This funding is awarded by UKRI Proof of Concept Grant and will evaluate precision adenoviral therapies in mouse models of brain cancer. Postgraduates are particularly welcome to apply as this role may suit the skills developed over your studies.

The project will involve providing technical assistance to produce, purify and QC recombinant viruses. The project will also provide assistance with in vivo work involving tissue processing and analysing tissues and immune cells, and would include cell culture, immunology and/or molecular biology. The recruited individual will be a key team member responsible for the day to day running of the laboratory, including ordering reagents and managing budgets with the line manager.

This post, funded by UK Research & Innovation is based on the Heath Park campus.

Please state your weekly availability and how many hours you can work Monday to Friday in your application.

Person Specification Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Substantial experience of working as a technician
• Specialist knowledge and experience of maintaining, servicing and using appropriate equipment and apparatus
• Ability to set up and review standard technical processes and procedures and recommend improvements to the service provision as appropriate

Customer Service, Communication and Team Working

• Ability to communicate specialist and complex information effectively and professionally to a range of customers with varying levels of understanding
• Experience of supervising the work of others to focus team efforts and motivate individuals
• Ability to train technical staff in laboratory procedures and in the use of equipment and instruments
• Evidence of ability to explore customers' needs and adapt the service accordingly to ensure a quality service is delivered

Planning, Analysis and Problem Solving

• Evidence of ability to solve problems using initiative and creativity; identify and propose practical solutions and to resolve problems where there are a range of potential options available
• Proven ability to work on own initiative, planning, organising and setting priorities for own work appropriately and to plan and manage small projects
• Degree or an equivalent qualification or equivalent work related experience
• Experience of working in a Higher Education environment
• Fluency in Welsh, written and oral

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