Scientist - Applications Team, Pathogen
Drive pathogen diagnostics and sequencing workflows at the Ellison Institute of Technology.
Best for:Best for early-career scientists with hands-on molecular biology and microbiology laboratory experience looking to work on pathogen sequencing platforms.
Overview
The Ellison Institute of Technology is seeking an experienced scientist to join the Pathogen Applications Team in Oxford to support microbiology, molecular biology, and sequencing operations. The successful candidate will handle clinical and laboratory samples, conduct qPCR and microbial cultures, and maintain rigorous quality control standards. This hands-on laboratory role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary researchers to advance decentralised diagnostic platforms for infectious diseases. Applicants should have a relevant undergraduate degree and practical laboratory experience in clinical, diagnostic, or industry settings.
What you'll do
- Receive, log, process, and track clinical and laboratory samples while maintaining accurate sample identification and traceability.
- Perform routine laboratory processing of clinical and biological samples following established protocols.
- Execute microbiology workflows including culture preparation, plating, colony counting, and culture enumeration.
- Conduct molecular biology procedures such as nucleic acid extraction, quantification, and sample preparation.
- Perform routine sample and assay quality control, including microbiological and molecular quality checks.
- Run qPCR assays and support the documentation and interpretation of results.
- Prepare reagents, media, buffers, and other essential laboratory materials.
- Monitor inventory, manage consumables, and handle ordering and laboratory housekeeping.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, biomedical science, molecular biology, biological sciences, biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline.
Language: English; professional proficiency
Instruction: English
- Practical laboratory experience gained in a diagnostic, clinical, industry, or research environment.
- Hands-on experience in microbiology and/or molecular biology techniques.
- Proficiency with routine laboratory techniques such as accurate pipetting and aseptic technique.
- Experience in processing, labelling, and tracking biological samples.
- Strong understanding of laboratory quality control and sample traceability.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate laboratory records.
- Right to work permanently in the UK with a willingness to travel as necessary.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-12-12
Interested candidates should submit their application through the official portal before the specified deadline. Ensure all required documentation demonstrating relevant laboratory experience is included.
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