Imperial College London
Job Description
Post Title:
Research Technician
Section:
Gut signalling and metabolism
Department:
Molecular Sciences
Institute:
Clinical Sciences
Job Family and Level:
Technical Services, Level 2b
Salary Range:
£25,370 - £28,040 per annum
Responsible To:
Dr Irene Miguel-Aliaga
Works closely with:
Members of the Gut Signalling and Metabolism Group
Funding:
ERC Starting Grant
Location:
Hammersmith Campus
Contract:
Full time, fixed term for 6 months
Summary of the Post
You will provide a range of technical support to the research conducted in the Gut
signalling and metabolism Group at the MRC Clinical Sciences Centre (Institute of
Clinical Sciences). Under the overall direction and supervision of the line manager
you will gain experience in and apply and extend your knowledge of relevant
laboratory techniques.
Research Duties
Under the direction of the line manager and/or postdoctoral members of the research
team you will be involved with:
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Carrying out routine genetic crosses using Drosophila melanogaster
Conducting a screen to identify reporter lines expressed in gut-innervating
neurons.
Dissect, immunostain and image Drosophila tissues
Maintaining Drosophila stocks
Assist other team members with their functional experiments if time permits
Administrative Duties
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Documentation and analysis of experimental data
Participation in local laboratory meetings
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Ensuring good laboratory practice is in place
Assist with presentation of results to the group, collaborators, and to the
research community in general
Assist with preparation of grant reports and scientific publications
Other Duties
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To help maintain a highly efficient working laboratory
To undertake any necessary training as required
Any other duties commensurate with the grade of the post as directed by the
line manager / supervisor
To observe and comply with all College policies and regulations, including the
key policies and procedures on Confidentiality, Conflict of Interest, Data
Protection, Equal Opportunities, Financial Regulations, Health and Safety,
Imperial Expectations (for new leaders, managers and supervisors),
Information Technology, Private Engagements and Register of Interests, and
Smoking.
To undertake specific safety responsibilities relevant to individual roles, as set
out on the College Website Health and Safety Structure and Responsibilities
page
(http://www3.imperial.ac.uk/safety/policies/organisationandarrangements).
Job descriptions cannot be exhaustive and the post-holder may be required to
undertake other duties, which are broadly in line with the above key
responsibilities.
Imperial College is committed to equality of opportunity and to eliminating
discrimination. All employees are expected to adhere to the principles set out
in its Equal Opportunities in Employment Policy, Promoting Race Equality
Policy and all other relevant guidance/practice frameworks.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
 Bachelor Degree or equivalent in biological sciences subject and/or
eqvuialent experience
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
 Experience in laboratory-based research
 Practical experience with Drosophila techniques, including larval and adult
dissections, immunostaining and confocal imaging
 Knowledge of Drosophila neurobiology
Skills and Abilities
Essential
 Computer literacy using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
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Methodical approach
Close attention to detail
Good interpersonal and organisational skills
Ability to work with limited supervision and keep meticulous records
Ability to prioritise own work in response to deadlines
Willingness to assist in contributing to reports and preparation of results for
publication
Ability to work constructively and effectively as part of a team
Personal Attributes
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Flexible attitude towards work
Flexible approach to working hours according to the requirements of the
technical procedures
Willingness to undertake any necessary training for the role
Willingness to travel to different locations for work as needed
An open, flexible and positive approach to working in a constantly changing
environment
Discipline and regard for confidentiality and security at all times