Research Laboratory Technician

We are looking for a research technician to join an ERC/UKRI funded project exploring the convergent evolution of iridescent flowers across the Angiosperms. The technician will join a team tackling this question from molecular, morphological and ecological angles. This particular position will be focused on conducting a mutant screen to identify lines of Hibiscus trionum which lack iridescent petals.

The successful candidate will mutagenize and grow plants, screen flowers, select lines for further analysis, and conduct crosses. The roleholder will also support the project team in general plant growth, tissue culture and plant transformation, and basic laboratory tasks.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click the 'Apply' button above. 

Please notice that if you have not received any news from us 1 month after the closing date you should consider that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

Please quote reference PD42420 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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