Research Technician for Healthcare Associated Infection Research

Do you have excellent analytical, organisational and time-management skills?

Do you have technical skills in microbiology?

You will join an active research group comprising of Research Technicians, PhD students and post-doc researchers, engaged in a diverse range of objectives regarding Healthcare Associated Infection Research. Your role will involve working with C. difficile molecular analysis and diagnostic assays, including immunoassays, cultute and molecular assays, antimicrobial susceptibility and quality control specimens for different studies.With an advanced City and Guild, BTEC Higher National Certificate, Higher Diploma or equivalent (may include completing a relevant degree course).You will have substantial laboratory experience, a keen interest in medical microbiology and be well organised. Experience working with anaerobic bacteria and C. difficile would be an advantage.You will be encouraged to develop your initiative and independence, and be given the opportunity of career develpoment. 

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: Georgina Davis, Research Programme Manager Tel: +44 (0)113 392 6814; Email: g.l.davis@leeds.ac.uk or georgina.davis@nhs.net

Further Information

The University of Leeds is committed to providing equal opportunities for all and offers a range of family friendly policies. The University is a charter member of Athena SWAN and holds the Bronze award. The School of Medicine gained the Silver award in 2016.We are committed to being an inclusive medical school that values all staff, and we are happy to consider job share applications and requests for flexible working.