Research Technician

Fixed term, 2 Years

A 2-year Research Technician post is available at the MRC Laboratory of Medical Sciences (LMS) within the Cardiovascular Genomics and Precision Medicine headed by Prof. James Ware. The LMS is a world-class research laboratory where scientists and clinicians collaborate to advance the understanding of biology and its application to medicine. Funded by the MRC as part of UK Research and Innovation, the LMS has a collaborative working culture and new state-of-the-art building based in the heart of West London in the Hammersmith Hospital Campus. 

We are looking for an enthusiastic, creative technician with a background in bioinformatics. You will provide support in the management of our extensive human genetic sequencing datasets. You will also be involved in the development and implementation of pipelines for variant calling across various datasets and their analysis under supervision. You will assist in maintaining accurate and complete records of analysis projects while always ensuring the validity and reliability of data and methods. You will also be involved in collaborations both within the MRC-LMS and with our external collaborators. For more information on what we do visit www.cvgenetics.org 

The successful candidate should have a BSc degree in an appropriate scientific subject and experience in managing, curating, and analyzing scientific data. They should also have the ability to organise their own time effectively, priorities and work to deadlines. Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification online for further information about the position. 

We offer a wide range of employee benefits, including access to Vivup which is a payment and discount portal, 30 days annual leave, a defined benefit pension scheme, family friendly policies, and support with CPD. For more details, visit benefits of working for UKRI.

We are committed to advancing EDI and as "Disability Confident" employers, we guarantee to interview all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Learn more about some of our workplace inclusion initiatives. 

This role does not meet the eligibility requirements for Skilled Worker visa certificate of sponsorship under UKVI legislation. Therefore, we will not be able to sponsor individuals who require right to work in the UK to carry out this role. 

For full details of this post and to complete an online application, please click on the 'Apply' button above and upload your CV, names and contacts of two scientific references along with a covering letter stating why you are applying for this role (providing evidence against the requirements of the job as per the job description and person specification).  Applications without a cover letter will not be accepted. Please quote reference number LMS 2521. 

Closing date: 24 November 2024

The Medical Research Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Final appointment will be subject to pre-employment screening.