Research Technician

The role

We are seeking to recruit a Research Technician with expertise in bacteriology laboratory work. You will work within a research consortium alongside veterinary researchers working together to understand the factors that influence the prevalence of antibacterial resistant (ABR) Escherichia coli in various farming systems in Wales.

What will you be doing?

You will administer the distribution of sample collection materials, the receipt of samples collected from environments in and around farms, and will undertake primary processing of these samples. You will plate these processed samples to recover resistant E. coli and record the results.

You should apply if

You have experience of working in a technical laboratory in the field of bacteriology. You have the knowledge and understanding of laboratory techniques and good communication skills. Specific methodological training can be provided if necessary. A degree in microbiology or a related discipline is desirable but not essential.

Additional information

For informal enquiries please contact Professor Matthew Avison; matthewb.avison@bristol.ac.uk.

Interviews will be held on Friday 26th April 2024.

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