Senior Research Technician (Imaging)

Full-time: 35 hours per week 

Fixed-Term: for 24 months  

The Opportunity:

We are looking for a research technician to join the Zebrafish Imaging and Screening Facility at the University of Edinburgh. The post holder will provide support to facilitate the smooth running of the facility, which specialises in providing microscopy solutions for a large user base that employ zebrafish as a model system.  The post holder will assist the facility manager in the generation of high-quality data and be trained in all aspects of advanced microscopy, image analysis, experimental design, and facility management as an onward career path.

This post is full-time (35 hours per week); however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns. We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working. 

The post is available for 24 months.

Your skills and attributes for success: 

• HNC/HND plus relevant work experience.

Or

• Considerable work experience in progressively more demanding roles.

Or

• A degree plus relevant work experience.
• Understanding of microscopy techniques and their application 
• Proven analytical and technical problem solving skills 

To apply, please click on the ‘Apply’ button above.

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