Embryologist (Epigenetics)

Starting salary is £35,760 per annum to £37,906 per annum (depending on experience) 

The Babraham Institute are looking for a skilled and motivated mouse embryologist to provide high-level experimental support to research projects in the Rayon Lab and across the Epigenetics Programme at the Babraham Institute. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge studies on epigenetic resilience in mammalian development and ageing. 

As part of our team, you will play a key role in exploring how protein homeostasis affects the timing and function of developmental programs in embryos. This position provides the opportunity to develop cutting edge technologies (light sheet imaging and genomics), training opportunities, and collaboration with researchers across the Epigenetics Programme and the Babraham Institute. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Embryo dissection and colony management overview, including study plan design.
• Perform experimental manipulations, including embryo transfer and single-cell dissociation.
• Support and train postdoctoral researchers and students in embryology techniques.
• Conduct experiments involving fluorescent imaging (experience or a strong interest is essential).
• Apply genetic manipulation techniques in mouse embryos. 

What We’re Looking For:

• Proficiency in mouse embryo transfer.
• Experience in dissection and culture of mouse preimplantation and/or early postimplantation embryos.
• Expertise in embryo manipulations, including zona removal, immunosurgery, and single-cell dissociation.
• Prior experience holding a Home Office personal license and familiarity with mouse colony management.
• Exceptional attention to detail, thoroughness, and excellent organizational skills. 

This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of epigenetics and developmental biology, collaborating with a dynamic team in a highly supportive research environment. If you are passionate about biological timing and developmental biology, we’d love to hear from you! 

This is a fixed term appointment with funding for this post expected to be available for a period of 48 months. 

Informal enquiries can be addressed to Teresa.rayon@babraham.ac.uk. 

Further information about the us and the Institute can also be found on our website (https://www.babraham.ac.uk/our-research/epigenetics/teresa-rayon). 

The Institute has joined the Technician Commitment initiative, which is a commitment to support the recognition, visibility, sustainability and career development of our research support community, which includes the BSU, Scientific Facilities, Computing, Stores & Purchasing, Technical Services, Health & Safety and the Research Assistant communities. 

Closing date for applications is Monday, 28^th April 2025.

However, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early depending on the volume of applications received.

The Babraham Institute welcomes applications from all sections of society.

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The Babraham Institute welcomes applications from all sections of society. 

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The Babraham Institute holds a silver Athena SWAN award and is committed to promoting and developing a culture of excellence, diversity and mutual respect that supports the Institute’s ambitions and attracts highly motivated and talented people. 

The Babraham Institute abides by the principles of the government’s Disability Confident Scheme and has a positive approach to employing disabled people. 

The Babraham Institute receives strategic funding from the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council and is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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