Lab Technician (Insect Rearing)

• Location: Oxford, UK
• Job Type: Temporary (3 months initially until October with possibility of extension)
• Salary: £13.45 per hour
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours a week

Join our innovative team as a Technician, where you will be part of a dynamic project dedicated to developing sustainable biological technologies for pest control. This temporary position is an excellent opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research that aims to improve global food security and public health.

Daily Responsibilities:

• Maintain multiple insect colonies to ensure timely availability for mass rearing evaluations.
• Assist in setting up experiments and collecting data in accordance with specified protocols to support mass production and release strategies.
• Record data meticulously and document activities within laboratory books or other records.
• Maintain laboratory tidiness and support the team’s adherence to procedures, regulations, and health and safety standards.
• Prepare and maintain laboratory stock solutions, insect diets, and equipment, including ordering laboratory supplies.
• Assist with updating health and safety records, SOPs, COSHH, and risk assessments.
• Communicate clearly with the rearing development scientist and team lead regarding experimental status.
• Provide occasional weekend support as part of a rota within the R&D team.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• A-levels in a scientific subject.
• Experience in a biological sciences laboratory preferred, with insect rearing expertise desirable.
• Strong communication skills.
• Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to develop applied solutions.
• Ability to adapt and thrive in an environment of change and ambiguity.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work in a cutting-edge field of biological technology.
• Be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a significant impact on global health and food security.
• Supportive and innovative workplace culture.

To apply for this Technician position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.