- Biological degree with experience in a histology and/or molecular biology lab
- Good Laboratory Practice
- Significant practical experience in a histology laboratory
- Proven histology skills including paraffin sectioning, frozen sectioning, H&S staining
- Use of automatic tissue processor
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to keep good electronic and written records
- Ability to organise own workload meeting deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and within a group but be able to recognise when to seek help.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Adaptable, enthusiastic and approachable
- Computer literate including the use of excel and google sheets
- Use of LIMS
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Advanced Research Assistant - Hinxton, United Kingdom - Wellcome Sanger Institute
Description
Do you want to help us improve human health and understand life on Earth? Make your mark by shaping the future to enable or deliver life-changing science to solve some of humanity's greatest challenges.
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Advanced Research Assistant to carry out cell culture, next generation sequencing library preparation and histological protocols and procedures. It is expected you will be able to use your skills and experience in support of the Nangalia Group in the CASM Research Programme.
Your role will also involve work at the Cambridge Blood and Stem Cell Biobank at the University of Cambridge.
You will be responsible for:
You will also be expected to prepare samples using cell culture, and subsequently for novel sequencing techniques. Your role will involve laser capture microdissection and histological cutting. This role requires coordination with a multidisciplinary team and contributing to the smooth running of a research laboratory.
You will liaise with a variety of stakeholders internal and external to the CASM programme, contributing the exciting variety of research initiatives at the Wellcome Sanger Institute.
About You:
As an Advanced Research Assistant, you will have a demonstrable background in roles that have required effective communication, organisational skills and collaboration. You will have experience with molecular biology techniques such as PCR and preparing libraries for next-generation sequencing as well as histology and flow cytometry. You will also enjoy working collaboratively in a diverse and dynamic team environment.
We are looking for a candidate with an interest in cancer biology, ageing, stem cell biology and cutting edge molecular techniques. Your role may involve flow cytometry and cell sorting.
Essential Skills:
To apply, please submit with your CV and covering letter, outlining the criteria set out above.