Research Laboratory Technician (Fixed Term)

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 6 months in the first instance.

Applications are invited for a position of Research Laboratory Technician available from 1 June 2023 or as soon as possible after this date.

The project led by Professor Schwaeble is mainly focus on the exploring the effect of complement deficiency in increasing the risk of microbial infection using either gene targeted mice deficient in one or more of complement recognition molecules or enzymes or using therapeutic inhibitors that deplete or inactivate specific components of the complement system. The program will also include the development of new technology that will help in fighting aginst infection caused by highly pathogenic mico-organisms.

Applicants for this role should have laboratory experience in microbiology and molecular biology as well as different assays involved in evaluation of complement system. The successful applicant will have familiarity with compiling and maintaining laboratory safety documentation.

We are committed to a proactive approach to equality, which includes supporting and encouraging equally all groups of individuals, promoting an inclusive culture and valuing diversity.

Further particulars for the role and information about the Department www.vet.cam.ac.uk

Informal enquiries should be directed to Julie Ingham (ji217@cam.ac.uk)

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Interviews will be held: 30 May 2023

Please quote reference PP36622 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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