Senior Research Technician in Digital Pathology

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Experimental Medicine
Location:  Guildford
Salary:  £30,487 to £39,347 per annum depending on experience
Post Type:  Full Time
Closing Date:  23.59 hours GMT on Friday 09 February 2024
Interview Date:  To be confirmed
Reference:  005124

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The role

The post is to oversee digital imaging pathology activities to support immuno-oncology research projects within the Section of Oncology led by Professor Adam Frampton. 

The focus is to undertake a range of research activities within digital imaging pathology, assuming responsibility for specific areas of research projects, making use of new research techniques and methods, supporting students with their IHC needs and use of digital pathology which includes giving advice/ instruction on the use of software for digital pathology and managing large data storage requirements. 

What you will be doing

• Working in consultation with a senior research fellow within the group, using initiative and creativity to identify areas for research development using new research methods to extend the spatial biology research portfolio. 
• Analysing and interpreting research results to assist in the preparation of papers for submission to appropriate journals and conferences, and other outputs as required and/or appropriate. 
• Attending appropriate conferences/courses will be encouraged for personal development and to continually update knowledge and develop skills, translating knowledge of advances in the area into research activity. 
• Carrying out administrative tasks associated with the maintenance of digital pathology technologies within the lab, ordering of reagents and SOPs for implementation of correct procedures including adherence to HTA guidelines. 
• Occasionally be required to supervise more junior research staff.

About you

To be successful in this position your will need to have:

• At least a bachelor of science degree in a relevant discipline and have the required skills based on a number of years’ experience in the digital imaging pathology field. 
• In particular, the use of Akoya Biosciences PhenoImager and knowledge of digital pathology software such as InForm or QuPath is required. 
• You will have authority over some aspects of project work and must be capable of providing academic judgement, offering original and creative thoughts and be able to interpret and analyse results. 

Please refer to the full JD to see the full list of essential skills required.

How to apply

To apply please attached your CV and a Cover Letter evidencing how you meet the essential criteria for the role as outlined in the job purpose and role profile addendum.

Interview 

Week commencing 19th February 2024 to be confirmed. 

For more information and to apply online, please download the further details and click on the 'apply online' button above.
In return we offer a generous pension, relocation assistance where appropriate , flexible working options including job share and blended home/campus working locations (dependent on work duties), access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.

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The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all.  We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community.  Therefore we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.