Ukceh
Environmental
MolecularEcologyResearchAssistant
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“Molecular Ecology Research Assistant at Ukceh. Skills: Molecular ecology, Laboratory workflows, Fieldwork. Provide laboratory support. Provide field support”
What You'll Achieve.
Generating data; Generating insights; Generating solutions
Industry & Context.
18-Month Fixed Term Contract, Full-time (37 hours per week), Fully site based, No visa sponsorship
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
BSc (2: 1 or above) in environmental sciences or similar, Working experience in a molecular ecology laboratory, Organised and methodical approach, Understanding of sample management, Awareness of health and safety practices, Excellent interpersonal skills, Excellent time management skills, Ability to adapt to changing priorities, Interest in environmental research
Nice to Have
1+ years experience in DNA extraction and PCR techniques, Comfortable working in the field, Comfortable working with a range of sample types, Full UK driving licence
What You'll Do.
Provide laboratory support
Provide field support
Prepare sampling equipment
Process laboratory samples
Assist with data analysis
Disseminate information and results
Support project leads
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work with product team
Communication Scope
Interpersonal skills; Disseminating information
Full Job Description
Salary - £31,942 to £33,898 Fully site based in Wallingford, Oxfordshire 18-Month Fixed Term Contract and Full-Time (37 hours per week) Closing date: Monday 15 June 2026. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we find the right candidate, we encourage you to apply early. UKCEH is looking for a Molecular Ecology Research Assistant to join our team of talented individuals, contributing to scientific discovery and generating the data, insights and solutions that researchers, industry and governments need to solve complex environmental challenges. You’ll be joining our Molecular Ecology research group to provide laboratory and field support for a range of molecular and microbiology research projects. Our research focuses on applying genomics to study the composition and functions of biological communities in terrestrial and freshwater ecosystems. Based in our world-class molecular ecology laboratories in Wallingford, Oxfordshire, you will be involved in multiple laboratory workflows, including DNA extraction, high-throughput sequencing, qPCR and functional assays. Your main responsibilities will include: * Preparation of sampling equipment * Undertaking fieldwork * Laboratory sample processing including but not limited to sample weighing, DNA extraction, PCR, qPCR and next-generation sequencing * Assisting with data analysis * Disseminating information and results (assisting with report writing and academic publications) * Supporting project leads with stakeholder engagement For the role of Molecular Ecology Research Assistant, we’re looking for somebody who has: * A BSc (2:1 or above) in environmental sciences or similar * Working experience in a molecular ecology/biology laboratory * Able to demonstrate an organised and methodical approach, with an understanding of sample management and an awareness of health and safety practices * Excellent interpersonal and time management skills, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities * A strong interest in en
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