Applications Scientist – Pathogen Genomics & Diagnostics

Dubizzle Limited; Oxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A research institute in Oxford is seeking an experienced Scientist to join the Applications Team for the Pathogen Project. The role involves developing diagnostic tests for infectious diseases using advanced sequencing technologies. Ideal candidates should have over 2 years of laboratory experience and strong skills in microbiology and molecular biology. This position offers a competitive salary with various benefits, including a travel allowance and enhanced holidays.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Enhanced holiday

Pension

Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• 2+ years of practical wet laboratory work experience, ideally in an industry or clinical setting.
• Experience with sequencing technologies (short-read or long-read).
• Laboratory skills in microbiology and/or infectious diseases.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory experiments for diagnostic assays.
• Maintain excellent records of laboratory work.
• Contribute new research ideas for assay development.

Skills

Sequencing technologies

Molecular biology

Microbiology

Good communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in molecular biology, genomics, microbiology, or related field

Master’s degree in relevant field

Tools

Spreadsheets

Word processing software

Presentation software

Job description

A research institute in Oxford is seeking an experienced Scientist to join the Applications Team for the Pathogen Project. The role involves developing diagnostic tests for infectious diseases using advanced sequencing technologies. Ideal candidates should have over 2 years of laboratory experience and strong skills in microbiology and molecular biology. This position offers a competitive salary with various benefits, including a travel allowance and enhanced holidays.