Job Description
We are recruiting for an early-stage start-up based in Oxford who have recently secured their Seed funding. They are building a platform that identifies microbes and their antimicrobial profile directly from clinical samples, enabling transformational change in the fight against sepsis and antibiotic resistance. The success of this technology will ensure a revolution in the microbiology diagnostic space and set the standard for tomorrow.
They are seeking a highly experienced Technician with expertise in microbiology, ideally relating to clinical samples, with a strong preference for experience working with blood specimens. The ideal candidate will bring significant experience from industry, demonstrating hands-on capabilities in assay development and validation.
About the role:
1. Perform laboratory experiments and routine microbiology tasks under supervision of senior scientists.
2. Support the development and testing of diagnostic assays according to established protocols.
3. Prepare media, reagents, and consumables; maintain microbial cultures and cell banks.
4. Handle and process clinical samples safely and in compliance with laboratory biosafety regulations.
5. Maintain detailed laboratory notebooks and electronic records of all activities.
6. Assist with implementation and maintenance of laboratory standard operating pro...