Research Technician - Welsh Cockle Flesh Analysis Study


Company:	Swansea University
Salary:	£29,959 - £33,482
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Swansea, SA2 8PP
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	24 Aug 2026
Closing date:	31 Aug 2026

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Summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join Swansea University as a Research Technician supporting the Welsh Cockle Flesh Analysis Study, a Welsh Government-funded project investigating seasonal and spatial variation in cockle meat yield and reproductive condition across Welsh fisheries. The evidence generated will help improve understanding and management of this economically and ecologically important resource.

Based within Biosciences in the Faculty of Science and Engineering, you will play a central role in the consistent processing and analysis of cockle samples collected monthly from sites across Wales. Working closely with the Project Lead, technical colleagues, project partners and Welsh Government, you will undertake shell measurements, weighing and dissection, prepare tissues for histological assessment, and support microscopy and digital imaging. You will also ensure that samples, data and laboratory records remain accurate throughout the study.

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