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About the Role:

Faculty of Science
School of Environmental Sciences

Senior Research Technician (0.5FTE)
Ref: TC905

Starting salary from £26,338 per annum (pro rata), with an annual increment up to £29,959 per annum (pro rata). 

UEA has some of the most innovative and highly regarded centres for research in the UK. Applications are invited for the post of Senior Research Technician to assist in the research under the supervision of Prof. Mock to work in the field of molecular and cell biology of diatoms.  

The aim of the project is to identify the in-vivo functions of microbial rhodopsins in diatoms. Key duties of the role include cloning, genome editing, phenotyping, sequencing and microscopy.

You will have significant expertise in the field of diatom molecular biology and cell biology. You must fulfill all essential criteria within the person specification. 

This part-time (0.5FTE) post is available on a fixed term basis until 15 February 2028. 
 
Benefits include:
  • 34 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and University Customary days (pro rata for part-time).
  • Family and Work-life balance policies including hybrid working and considerable maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption leave.
  • Generous pension scheme with life cover for dependants, plus incapacity cover.
  • Health and Wellbeing: discounted access to Sportspark facilities, relaxation rooms, 320 acres of rolling parkland, wellbeing walks, Wellbeing Ambassador network, on-campus medical centre including NHS Dentist, Occupational Health and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Campus Facilities: Sportspark, library, nursery, supermarket, post office, bars and catering outlets.
  • Exclusive shopping discounts to help cut the cost of household bills, childcare salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and public transport discounts.
  • Personal Development: unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning courses, specialist advice and training from our Organisational Development and Professional Learning Team.

Closing date: 18 March 2025

The University holds an Athena Swan Silver Institutional Award in recognition of our advancement towards gender equality.

Further Information

For further information, including the Job Description and Person Specification, please see the attached Candidate Brochure.

For an informal discussion about the post please contact Prof. Mock via email ([email protected])

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