Research Assistant


Company:	Keele University
Salary:	from £36,320 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 5BG
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	21 Oct 2026
Closing date:	4 Nov 2026

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Summary

Full Time/Fixed Term until 31/3/2027

The Opportunity

This post represents an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and proactive Research Assistant to join the research laboratory led by Dr Roberto Galizi at Keele University. The successful candidate will contribute to a research effort aimed to develop new genetic technologies to control malaria-transmitting mosquitoes. The role will involve development and validation of mosquito transgenic lines including molecular cloning, development of transgenic lines via embryo microinjections and their genetic and phenotypic characterisation in the laboratory. The role will involve support with the design and analysis of experimental procedures including molecular cloning, mosquito genetic engineering and their genetic and phenotypic characterisation in the laboratory.

The successful candidate will hold a master’s degree in relevant subject. Experience of working in a laboratory setting is essential along with specialist knowledge of research methods and techniques in the research area such as molecular biology, gene editing, bioinformatics, insect genetics and engineering. Previous work experience using insects, and/or genetic engineering technologies in insects or model organisms and practical knowledge of CRISPR tools is desirable.

The Benefits

The University recognises that its success depends upon the contribution and dedication of its talented staff. In return, we have a competitive benefits package available, including:

Competitive rate of pay with annual increments within the grade (Keele Spine)

Generous annual leave entitlement with opportunities to purchase additional leave

Excellent staff pension scheme

Access to continued personal, professional and career development

On site ‘outstanding’ nursery

Discounted health & fitness facilities on site

Cycle to work scheme (subject to eligibility)

Please note that the starting salary will typically be at the bottom of the pay scale shown above

The University is committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible.

The University

Keele University is renowned for its exciting approach to higher education, innovative research, beautiful campus, strong community spirit and excellent student experience. With a turnover in excess of £170 million, over 15,000 students and a total staff of approximately 2000, the University provides high quality teaching across a wide range of academic and vocational subjects and promotes world-class research. Further information can be found at https://www.keele.ac.uk/about/

http://technicians.org.uk/techniciancommitment/mailto:vacancies@keele.ac.ukKeele University values equity and diversity across our workforce and to ensuring our staff community is reflective of the diversity of our student population. In support of these commitments the University welcomes applications from individuals of Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds for all roles.

Please note this appointment is subject to medical clearance by the University’s Occupational Health provider.

How to Apply

For full post details and to find out more about working at Keele please visit: www.keele.ac.uk/vacancies

For informal enquiries may be addressed to Roberto Galizi r.galizi@keele.ac.uk. Applications to this address will not be accepted.

Interviews will be held on: 19 November 2026

Post reference: KU000005453

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