Job Description
Research Assistant in Virus Genomics
Pathobiology & Population Sciences
We are seeking a part-time Research Assistant (0.5 FTE) to join the Genomics for Animal and Plant Disease Consortium (GAP-DC2), co-led at RVC.
The role
You will support the development and optimisation of metaviromic and pathogen-targeted sequencing workflows for wildlife and domestic animal samples, contributing to the characterisation of circulating viral communities relevant to animal and public health. The role will involve a combination of wet-lab experimental work, administrative support, and communication of findings within a collaborative research team.
Environment and team
We offer a vibrant and supportive research environment in which you can continue to develop your career. GAP-DC2 partners include organisations responsible for disease surveillance in farmed and wild terrestrial animals (Animal and Plant Healt...