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Oxford Nanopore Technologies
1 year ago
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Oxford Nanopore Technologies is headquartered at the Oxford Science Park outside Oxford, UK, with satellite offices and a commercial presence in many global locations across the US, APAC and Europe.

Oxford Nanopore employs from multiple subject areas including nanopore science, molecular biology and applications, informatics, engineering, electronics, manufacturing and commercialisation. The management team, led by CEO Dr Gordon Sanghera, has a track record of delivering disruptive technologies to the market.

Oxford Nanopore’s sequencing platform is the only technology that offers real-time analysis, in fully scalable formats from pocket to population scale, that can analyse native DNA or RNA and sequence any length of fragment to achieve short to ultra-long read lengths. Our goal is to enable the analysis of any living thing, by anyone, anywhere!

The role is based in the Research Division but will support and interact with the Research, Development and Production Divisions. Formally reporting to the DNA construct team lead, the successful candidate will work across multiple projects, assisting with the supply of high-quality DNA, primarily for protein expression that contribute to the innovation and product development activities of the company. More specifically, the role will involve:

Molecular cloning, PCR and primer design Bacterial culturing DNA extraction via bespoke methods, supplied kits or liquid handling robot DNA sequencing and constructs validation. Working and communicating effectively with other groups, primarily in Research and Development.

What We Are Looking For…..

BSc or MSc or equivalent experience in chemistry, biochemistry, or related subject. Direct laboratory experience in a similar role is preferable. Strong attention to detail and good problem solving skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and a high level of organisation. A strong desire to learn and build on the role.

We offer outstanding benefits to include an attractive bonus, generous pension contributions, private healthcare and an excellent starting salary. Based within beautiful, landscaped surroundings with tree-lined walks, water features and a lake, all of which make for a wonderful working environment.

If you are looking to utilise your skills to really make a difference to humankind, then consider joining our team and apply today!

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