Research Technician Role in Phage Therapy and AMR
The School of Biological Sciences at the University of Southampton is inviting applications for a full-time, fixed-term Research Technician position in the laboratory of Dr. Nela Nikolic. The role supports a two-year externally funded research project focused on developing phage-based therapies for biofilm-associated bacterial infections.
The research programme investigates how Escherichia coli responds to antibiotic and bacteriophage treatments, contributing to the global effort to combat antimicrobial resistance. The project integrates several scientific disciplines, including:
- Microbiology
- Virology
- Infection biology
- Single-cell biology
- Phage biology
- Biofilm research
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting experimental workflows in phage isolation and host-phage interaction studies
- Conducting bacterial growth and infection assays
- Performing biofilm and bacteriophage experiments
- Applying molecular biology and genetic manipulation techniques
- Supporting single-cell and quantitative analyses
- Assisting with fluorescence microscopy and flow cytometry experiments
- Maintaining bacterial and phage collections
- Recording and managing experimental data accurately
- Ensuring compliance with laboratory safety and regulatory standards
Qualifications & Skills Required
- Applicants should have practical laboratory experience in microbiology and molecular biology.
- Experience involving bacterial pathogens or bacteriophages is highly desirable.
- Experience with fluorescence microscopy, flow cytometry, infection-related models, experimental data analysis, laboratory organisation and documentation.
The position also offers opportunities for technical skill development, interdisciplinary collaboration, and long-term career progression in microbiology and biotechnology research.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit:
- An updated CV
- A cover letter outlining relevant skills, qualifications, and research experience
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