About the role
Applications are invited for an Experimental Officer position to work within the sequencing stream at UCL Genomics, which is based in the Zayed Centre for Research into Rare Disease in Children. We are seeking a highly motivated individual with experience in next generation sequencing to join our collaborative genomics facility. This is a varied, lab-based role and the successful applicant will join a very busy facility working closely with our pathogen genomics Applications Specialist, and other members of the sequencing stream and the facility to provide genomics services to both internal and external users. The position contains a strong element of service provision, administrative management and leadership. The post is funded until December with the possibility of extension.
About you
We are seeking to appoint a creative and highly motivated Applications Specialist with prime interest in performing NGS. The position will be integrated into the sequencing stream at UCL Genomics. This is a large stream currently consisting of ten Applications Specialists and the post holder will be a key member of the team. The postholder will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of DNA and RNA NGS techniques from sample reception to data generation, with a particular focus on pathogen sequencing, as well as leading on all administration connected to this stream. The position contains a strong element of collaboration and service provision and the postholder will be expected to work closely with a range of collaborators including scientists, clinicians, industry professionals, service facility providers and PIs as well as other facility staff to ensure projects are delivered in a timely manner. Please include in your application your understanding of what a genomics facility is and why you would like to work for UCL Genomics.
What we offer
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below: • 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days) • Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme • Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE) • Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan • Immigration loan • Relocation scheme for certain posts • On-Site nursery • On-site gym • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay • Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service • Discounted medical insurance