The role focuses on providing technical support and expertise in the application of Oxford Nanopore Technology to assess agricultural soil microbiomes. You will be helping to devise, test and deliver protocols for in-field DNA extraction and sequencing, collating data and supporting analysis, and assisting in the delivery of knowledge exchange activities. You will be reporting to Dr Jennifer Rowntree in the School of Biological and Marine Sciences.,

Provide general and specialist support for molecular laboratory and field based research activities
Demonstrate techniques and equipment to colleagues and external stakeholders and provide training in their use
Contribute to the development of new techniques and protocls in the area of research.

A degree or equivalent (a higher degree is desireable) in a relavent subject area
Professional experience of working in a molecular biology laboratory and adhereing to good lab practice
Experience of working with sequencing technology.

Generous annual leave: 25 Days Annual Leave (pro rata if part-time) plus Bank Holidays & Closure Days
Generous pension scheme
Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Development opportunities
Enhanced family leave
Flexible working
Retailer discounts
On-site nursery
pro-rata'd basis for part-time working hours

2 Scientific jobs in Torpoint, Cornwall