Technician

Job Purpose This post is funded for 32 months to work within the groups of Prof Adam Cunningham and Prof Steve Watson, with specific responsibility for supporting the delivery of the aims and objectives of the MRC funded project examining how we can understand and exploit a novel mechanism of thrombosis that we have identified after infection of mice with Salmonella. We wish to develop these findings to identify how we can exploit them to improve human health.

The role holder will work closely with the Research Fellow dedicated to delivering the aims and objectives of the project and also provide support to the wider Cunningham group. Previous experience of working within the research areas of infectious diseases, immunology or cardiovascular sciences would be highly advantageous. Person Specification

• • Degree or equivalent professional qualification in an appropriate subject
• • GCSE (A*- C) or equivalent in mathematics
• • In-depth practical knowledge of technical and scientific methods stated above and Good Laboratory Practice gained through extensive experience and formal qualification
• • Extensive experience of similar laboratory based work
• • Positive service attitude and shows courtesy in dealing with others
• • Ability to organise and manage own work load and demonstrate flexibility in terms of work practices/requirements
• • Ability to work under minimal supervision but function as part of a team
• • Knowledge of current relevant H&S policies
• • Proficiency in commonly used software packages
• • Willingness to work towards professional registration