School of Medicine
Full-time, Fixed-Term
Grade 6 (£30,505 - £36,924)
We are recruiting an exceptional individual to join us as a Research Technician within the Reproductive Medicine Research Group. This role is part of a large multi-disciplinary project, funded by the Gates Foundation, exploring infertility phenotypes to inform pre-clinical work in drug discovery for infertility and novel non-hormonal contraceptives. The appointment is fixed-term until 30/06/2027.
This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of technologies and human systems to enhance our understanding of male infertility. You will regularly interact with team members at the School of Medicine (Prof Barratt, Dr Johnston, and Dr Martins da Silva), as well as collaborators from the University of Münster and the University of Birmingham. The post-holder will liaise between research and clinical teams to organize, collect, and prepare human semen samples from study participants for research. Additionally, you will develop and utilize assays to examine the phenotype and function of human sperm from both fertile and infertile individuals. This role offers a valuable opportunity to develop your cell biology skills within a highly collaborative environment.
You will mainly be based at Ninewells Hospital and Medical School, one of Europe's largest teaching hospitals, known for outstanding medical education, training, and world-class research facilities.
Your responsibilities will include:
1. Coordinating sample use between patients, the assisted conception unit, and the research team.
2. Executing assays and methods to assess functions of human spermatozoa, including single-cell and large-scale techniques.
3. Assessing key phenotypes such as sperm motility and the acrosome reaction.
4. Ensuring the safe and ethical handling of human semen samples.
5. Collaborating with colleagues within the reproductive medicine research group, the assisted conception unit, and external partners.
Who we're looking for:
* BSc in biological or life sciences subjects.
* Knowledge or experience in reproductive biology.
* Familiarity with aseptic techniques and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP).
* Understanding of clinical environments and professionalism required in patient settings.
* Excellent interpersonal skills, team working experience, and strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
The University of Dundee boasts a high standard of research, with 95% of staff working in areas of national or international excellence. Dundee's vibrant academic community benefits from extensive interdisciplinary collaboration across various schools.
The university is committed to the principles of the Researcher Development Concordat and actively supports the development of its research staff. Engagement with activities that promote researcher growth is highly encouraged in this role.
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