Laboratory & Facility Assistant

Location: Radcliffe Department of Medicine, MRC Weatherall Institute of Molecular Medicine, MRC Molecular Haematology Unit, John Radcliffe Hospital, Headington, Oxford

We are seeking a Laboratory and Facility Assistant to support the daily operation of the MRC Molecular Haematology Unit (MHU). This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, candidate with a proactive approach that can work under their own initiative within the guidance of the Laboratory and Facility Manager. Full training will be provided on the use of equipment and laboratory procedures.

You will support and manage the smooth day to day running of the MHU tissue culture rooms, providing crucial support services for all research groups across the Unit. Duties will also include ordering, receipting and distribution of goods, assisting with dealing with suppliers, and maintaining the fixed asset register and liaising with engineers for equipment maintenance and repair.

You will be educated to A-level or above in life sciences or equivalent, including relevant experience working in a scientific environment or a similar role. Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practice and laboratory health and safety regulations relevant to the post are essential, along with excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage stock. You must be computer literate, with the flexibility and willingness to work with minimal supervision on tasks and have good attention to detail for completing records and reports. Experience of maintaining laboratory equipment is desirable.

The position is available fixed term until 31 March 2027, funded by the Medical Research Council.

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online. You will be required to upload a CV and supporting statement as part of your online application.

The closing date for this position is noon on Friday 24 January 2025. Interviews will be held as soon as possible in February 2025.

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