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Description Can you contribute your expertise in soil microbiome sequencing to an exciting research project exploring the impact of Land Use Transitions for Net Zero on soil health indicators? We are seeking a Research Technician or Senior Research Technician with experience of sequencing soil samples for microbiome analysis to undertake sampling and anaytical duties within the UKRI funded LUNZ OpenLAND project. This is a research partnership with the University of East Anglia (UEA, lead organisation) and other partners. About the role The role focuses on providing technical support and expertise in the application of Oxford Nanopore Technology to assess agricultural soil microbiomes. You will be helping to devise, test and deliver protocols for in-field DNA extraction and sequencing, collating data and supporting analysis, and assisting in the delivery of knowledge exchange activities. You will be reporting to Dr Jennifer Rowntree in the School of Biological and Marine Sciences. Key responsibilities are to: Provide general and specialist support for molecular laboratory and field based research activities Demonstrate techniques and equipment to colleagues and external stakeholders and provide training in their use Contribute to the development of new techniques and protocls in the area of research. Due to the nature of the role, unfortunately we are unable to accommodate working from home. A current full driving licence (manual transmission) is essential as you will be driving University of Plymouth vehicles.This role is also subject to health surveillance with our Occupational Health team. The successful candidate may be required to obtain an ATAS Certificate prior to this research being undertaken. This is a part-time role working 22.2 hours per week on a fixed-term basis for 9 months due to the nature of the funding. For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Jennifer Rowntree: by email at jennifer.rowntree@plymouth.ac.uk What we’re looking for You will have: A degree or equivalent (a higher degree is desireable) in a relavent subject area Professional experience of working in a molecular biology laboratory and adhereing to good lab practice Experience of working with sequencing technology. Prior experience of using Oxford Nanopore Technology is desireable, as is some experience of post sequencing bioinformatics and data processing. For more information about the job and the person specification, please refer to the job description. About us You will be working within the University’s Centre of Research excellence in Intelligent and Sustainable Productive Systems under the Soil Health theme and contributing to the development of the Centre’s eDNA and metabarcoding Facility. The School of Biological and Marine Sciences holds a Bronze Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. For more information on School of Biological and Marine Sciences please visit our dedicated webpage at https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/schools Application Process Please apply online, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training, skills and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement. Following the closing date of the vacancy, you will be notified on the outcome of your application in due course. Our Offer We have a wide range of staff benefits available to employees, depending on eligibility: Generous annual leave: 25* Days Annual Leave (pro rata if part-time) plus Bank Holidays* & Closure Days* Generous pension scheme Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Development opportunities Enhanced family leave Flexible working Retailer discounts On-site nursery  *pro-rata’d basis for part-time working hours A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed here. Additional Information The University of Plymouth is building an inclusive and equitable university where everyone feels represented, supported, and empowered to thrive. Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion is guided by the Inclusive Institutions Framework, a strategic and externally validated approach that embeds these principles across the entire institution. To find out more please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages Apply Now

Position summary Project Technical Support-II – AIIMS Jodhpur, Dept. of Microbiology AIIMS Jodhpur is recruiting two Project Technical Support-II posts on a purely temporary contractual basis for an ICMR-funded antimicrobial resistance (AMR) surveillance project. Project Details: Project Title: “Expanding antimicrobial resistance research and surveillance activities in the secondary level hospitals” Funding Agency: ICMR Principal Investigator: Dr. Vidhi Jain, Additional Professor, Dept. of Microbiology, AIIMS Jodhpur (drvidhijain.micro@gmail.com) Position Details: Vacancies: 2 Salary: ₹24,000/month (consolidated) Duration: Initially 1 year, extendable up to 2 years throughout the project Purely co-terminus with the project; no right to permanent employment at AIIMS/ICMR Eligibility — Any one of the following: Class 12th in Science + Diploma (MLT/DMLT) + 5 years of experience in relevant subject/field Three-year Graduate degree in relevant subject/field + 2 years of experience in Microbiology Desirable: Experience in Microbroth Dilution (AST/AFST). Selected candidates may need to do field work and must be conversant with computers. Job Role: Daily teaching of lab staff regarding basic microbiological techniques and investigations; daily data entries into the ICMR portal; daily communication with secondary care hospitals and coordination of isolate transfer; participation in study tool finalization, participant recruitment, data collection, record keeping, preparing stocks, and performing microbroth dilution for Colistin and Tigecycline; organizing sensitization and training workshops; updating PIs on project progress and coordinating with Co-PIs at other sites. Age Limit: Maximum 30 years. Age relaxation as per Government rules. Walk-in Interview Details: Date: 29 June 2026 (note: this date has now passed) Reporting Time: 9:15 AM Venue: Department of Microbiology, 1st Floor, Medical College Building, AIIMS Jodhpur Basni, Phase 2nd, Jodhpur – 342005 In-person attendance is mandatory; online interviews will not be entertained Candidates must bring the duly filled application form, biodata, all original documents, and one set of self-attested photocopies of age, qualification, and experience certificates. No TA/DA provided.  

Position summary Project Technical Support-II (Field Staff) – AIIMS Jodhpur, Dept. of Microbiology AIIMS Jodhpur is recruiting one Project Technical Support-II (Field Staff) on a purely temporary contractual basis for a PM-ABHIM, ICMR-funded project focused on developing diagnostics for neglected fungal diseases in India. Project Details: Project Title: “Development of Innovative Diagnostics for Fungal Diseases in India: Addressing a Neglected Public Health Concern” Funding Agency: PM-ABHIM, ICMR New Delhi Principal Investigator: Dr. Vidhi Jain, Additional Professor, Dept. of Microbiology, AIIMS Jodhpur (drvidhijain.micro@gmail.com) Position Details: Vacancies: 1 (UR) Remuneration: ₹20,000/month + 20% HRA (consolidated, based on qualifications, experience, and skill set) Duration: 9 months Purely co-terminus with the project; no right to permanent employment at AIIMS Jodhpur Eligibility — Any one of the following: Class 12th in Science + Diploma in MLT + 5 years of experience in relevant subject/field Three-year Graduate degree in relevant subject + 2 years of experience in relevant subject Desirable: Experience in field work and data collection; experience in molecular techniques. Job Role: Community outreach and coordination with ASHA workers, data collection and entry, building local connections, specimen and PCR handling. The role involves field work in villages of Rajasthan — candidates must be willing to travel and work in rural settings. Age Limit: Maximum 28 years. Age relaxation as per Government rules. Age concession for service rendered in other research projects may be considered on a case-to-case basis. Walk-in Interview Details: Date: 29 June 2026 (note: this date has now passed) Reporting Time: 9:00 AM sharp (no candidates entertained after this time) Venue: Microbiology Office, 1st Floor, Dept. of Microbiology, Medical College Building, AIIMS Jodhpur Basni, Phase IInd Online interviews will not be considered; in-person attendance is mandatory Candidates must bring the duly filled application form with all original and self-attested photocopies of qualification and experience certificates. Government/PSU employees must produce an NOC. No TA/DA provided.