SNS--R - Research Assistant

We are seeking a motivated Research Assistant to work within the Centre for Advanced Diagnostics Development and Application (CADDA) at the University of Kent to help ensure timely delivery of CADDA activities and outputs as outlined in the grant proposal.

This CADDA post will be situated within Dr Ellis’ research group within the School of Natural Sciences that focuses on developing and providing diagnostic services to the human and livestock fertility industries. In this role you will provide essential support in all aspects of the diagnostic pipeline from assay design to delivery and work closely with collaborators and industrial partners.

• Carrying out diagnostic procedures on human and animal samples, and experimental work to improve and extend the range of our diagnostic services.
• Drafting reports, maintaining statistics and interactions so that these can be reported back to the funder.
• Liaising with existing and new partners to increase awareness and uptake of the assays we provide by relevant stakeholders including IVF clinics and andrology clinics for human diagnostics, livestock breeders and genetics companies for animal diagnostics.
• Participating in CADDA events and activities as required by the CADDA management and in line with the grant agreement.

• A relevant degree or equivalent in a discipline related to the research project (e.g. biomedical science, genetics, biology, biochemistry).
• Experience in conducting basic research tasks, such as experiments, fieldwork, surveys, or literature reviews.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to plan and manage day-to-day research activities while meeting deadlines.

• Hybrid working options allowing a flexible blend of office and home working (to be agreed in line with business needs).
• 43 days' leave per year (personal leave, bank holidays and additional days allocated for the Christmas period, pro rata for part-time staff).
• Excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions.
• Corporate employee‑funded healthcare plan, in partnership with Benenden Health.

For further information about the role, please contact Dr Ellis on

Applications must be made via the University’s online application system; CVs or details sent directly to the department or via email cannot be considered.

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