Research Laboratory Technician (Fixed Term)

Applications are welcome for the post of Research Laboratory Technician within the University of Cambridge's **Department of Pathology** based at the **Addenbrookes site**.

This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of the research group of **Professor Colin Crump**.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Research Technician with a keen interest in investigating the molecular cell biology of virus-host interactions.

The successful candidate will primarily be contributing to a **new project** based on how human and animal herpesviruses overcome cellular defenses against infection 

A few major aspects of this role include:

The generation and maintenance of a range of cells in culture, the production of high-quality stocks of several virus strains, assisting in the preparation and analysis of samples for experimental techniques including mass spectrometry, immunofluorescence microscopy, virus titrations as well as CRISPR/Cas9 techniques, and qPCR. 

The successful candidate will have:

•  Extensive experience of relevant laboratory research techniques including working with human pathogens at containment level 2 or higher.
•  Previous experience of handling and propagating herpesvirus strains (will be important for this role).
•  Experience of preparing samples for proteomics analysis, e.g. for mass spectrometry and western blotting, as well as prior experience of generating stable cell lines using transduction (CRISPR/Cas9-based approaches will be **an advantage**)

Please see the attached Further Particulars document for more information. 

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for **12 months** in the first instance.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.

Any queries regarding this position should be directed to Professor Colin Crump: cmc56@cam.ac.uk

Please quote reference PK43492 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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