Research Technician

Research Technician

This new full–time post is available immediately on a fixed term basis until 31st October 2027.

Summary of the role

We seek a Research Technician to support our research in understanding how the crosstalk between the nervous system and the endocrine pancreas impacts glucose homeostasis in health and disease. This is a full-time (36.5 hours per week) D-grade technician position funded by the Medical Research Council (MRC), available immediately on a fixed-term basis until 31st October 2027. The primary function of this position is to provide laboratory support for the lab of Dr. Carol Yang. The Yang lab is part of the vibrant Exeter Centre of Excellence for Diabetes Research. The candidate will be working very closely with members of the Yang lab (including the principal investigator, postdocs, and students) and our collaborative partners.

The Research Technician will take on a leading role in the maintenance of our collection of genetically modified zebrafish lines, provide general lab support, and assist in the completion of research projects funded by the MRC. The candidate would have the opportunity to learn the relevant skills required for completing the research projects and access to a supportive environment to advance their professional development. Lab skills the candidate would develop include zebrafish handling, CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing, molecular biology, whole-mount staining and in vivo microscopy.

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The University of Exeter is an equal opportunity employer. We are officially recognised as a Disability Confident employer and an Athena Swan accredited institution. Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented in the workforce.

Benefits 

• 39 days leave per year
• options for flexible working
• numerous discounts at leading retailers
• onsite gyms on all of our campus’ and a cycle to work scheme
• sector leading policies around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), paternity leave (up to six weeks full pay) and a Fertility Treatment Policy
• stunning campus environments in Exeter, in the beautiful South West of England

The University of Exeter is a proud supporter of the Technician Commitment, a charter focussing on the visibility, recognition and career development of our technical staff. For further information please see our website.

Further information

For informal inquiries, please contact Dr. Carol Yang at y.c.yang@exeter.ac.uk (please include the reference number of this post in the subject line).

This role may be subject to additional background screening.

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