(Senior) Scientist, Research Metagenomics - Pathogen

At the Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT), we’re on a mission to translate scientific discovery into real world impact. We bring together visionary scientists, technologists, engineers, researchers, educators and innovators to tackle humanity’s greatest challenges in four transformative areas: Health, Medical Science & Generative Biology, Food Security & Sustainable Agriculture, Climate Change & Managing CO2, and Artificial Intelligence & Robotics. This is ambitious work - work that demands curiosity, courage, and a relentless drive to make a difference.

Requirements

• PhD in molecular biology, microbiology, genomics, biochemistry or a related field
• Strong hands-on molecular biology experience (e.g. PCR, qPCR, nucleic acid extraction, library preparation)
• Experience developing or optimising experimental workflows (not just executing established protocols)
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and improve complex assays
• Strong experimental design and data interpretation skills
• Excellent organisation, record-keeping and communication skills

Benefits

• Salary: Competitive + travel allowance + bonus
• Enhanced holiday pay
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• Private Medical Insurance
• Hospital Cash Plan
• Therapy Services
• Perk Box
• Electric Car Scheme