Research Technician
Department
Chemistry
Salary
£30,487 - £34,980 per year
Grade
Grade 5
Contract status
Fixed term
Hours of work
Full-time
Based at
University of York campus
Interview date
To be confirrmed
Posted Date
31/05/2024
Apply by
28/06/2024
Job Reference
13388
Documents
13388 Job Description.pdf
(PDF, 302.92kb)
Role Description
Department
Applications are invited for a full-time technician for 12 months to provide
technical and scientific support to the research group of Dr. Purba Mukherjee
in the York Structural Biology Laboratory in the Department of Chemistry. You
will support the group's efforts in studies of replication initiation using
biochemical and biophysical methods.
The Department of Chemistry is one of the largest and most successful
departments at York and we are renowned internationally for our research. As a
department, we strive to provide a working environment that allows all staff
and students to contribute fully, to flourish, and to excel. We are proud of
our Athena SWAN Gold Award.
Role
You will produce and purify DNA polymerases and other proteins from various
systems and establish experimental conditions for production of DNA
replication assemblies suitable for biochemical and biophysical studies. You
will be required to conduct a variety of biochemical assays, including but not
limited to, fluorescence based kinetic nucleotide incorporation assays,
analyse products using sequencing gels as well as high throughput 96-well
plate-based assays.
Key responsibilities will include: -
Work effectively on own initiative and also with other staff and students
to help solve problems
Plan and perform experiments using a range of scientific techniques
Be responsible for the maintenance, modification, repair and operation of
technical equipment, liaise with appropriate staff and external service
providers as required
Pro-actively update and improve processes, maintain accurate records,
contribute to the development of protocols, standard operating procedures
and maintenance schedules
Understand, promote and apply COSHH/Risk Assessment and departmental
health and safety protocols ensuring procedures are followed at all times
Manage a small budget, monitor resource usage, assist with purchasing
including ordering and distributing goods
Provide inductions, training and demonstrations of specialist techniques
ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory guidelines
Skills, Experience & Qualification needed
HNC, HND, Degree or equivalent experience
RSciTech / EngTech or willingness to work towards these or equivalent
professional registration
Knowledge of relevant safety regulations and procedures for example, COSHH
and risk assessment
Competent in the use of advanced technical equipment and techniques to
perform complex tasks
IT skills for a wide range of applications, including Google Apps, Word,
Excel and specialist software where appropriate.
Ability to analyse and interpret data and explain complex information
Demonstrated ability in using AKTA protein purification systems and
establishing biochemical assays
Prior hands-on experience in molecular biology including cloning and
genetic modification, and in protein production and purification at scales
and purity for structural studies
Actively demonstrates a commitment to professional development
Dependable, reliable and self-motivated
Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively
Able to maintain a positive, open attitude toward others to value and
support colleagues
Able to respond to and integrate change, demonstrating personal resilience
Commitment to and understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion
issues
Interview date: To be confirmed
For informal enquiries: please contact Dr Purba Mukherjee on
[email protected]
The Department of Chemistry values all employees for the qualities and skills
they bring to the workplace and aims to be a diverse and egalitarian community
in which all can thrive.
The University strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL
be ourselves.
We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black,
Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the
University.
We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and
inclusive facilities to support our staff. #EqualityatYork
