• Processing clinical trial blood samples to isolate plasma and PBMCs.• Analysing samples using flow cytometry, CyTOF and Luminex assays.• Managing laboratory supplies and maintaining H&S documents for the research group.

• Managing laboratory supplies and setting up stock lists using procurement software provider, Amici. • Using Benchling software to upload and update sample records in the bioregistry and record protocols in electronic lab notebooks.• Organising equipment maintenance and repairs and negotiating service contracts.

• DNA extractions from insect material (chelex and kit based).• PCR optimisation and Sanger sequence barcoding.

• Optimising DNA extraction protocols to extract insect DNA from plant galls.• Designing appropriate meta-barcoding primers using available sequence data.• Preparing meta-barcoding libraries for sequencing on a high-throughput platform.• Supervising and training students in the laboratory.

• DNA and RNA extractions from insect material (phenol/trizol/chloroform and kit based).• Sanger sequence barcoding, sequence editing and phylogenetic analysis for sample identification.• Managing and maintaining laboratory supplies.• Sorting and reorganisation of samples and ensuring accurate upkeep of laboratory records.

• Managing the receipt of large volumes of meningococcal carriage isolates from different African centres (as part of the African Meningococcal Carriage (MenAfriCar) Consortium).• Processing all samples through a series of qPCR and sequencing methods.• Analysing all sequence data and uploading the results to a platform of the BIGsdb database.• Train and supervise scientists on secondment from Africa.

• Scanning a wide range of documents in various conditions.• Precisely checking all documents to ensure complete accuracy.• Extensive document manipulation using a range of computer software.• Working effectively within a small team to complete all tasks within time constraints.

• Staying compliant with current Good Manufacturing Practices at all times.• Testing vaccine products using a Fluorescent Focus Assay.• Working within a small team to ensure all tasks were completed successfully and on schedule.• Completing extensive paperwork accurately and efficiently.

• Maintaining numerous cell lines in culture including Hek and HeLa cells.• Using flow cytometry to detect successful cell line transfections.• Regular experimental assays testing compounds for toxicity in various cell lines.• Interacting with colleagues within different areas of the international work community.• Extensive data analysis and communication using Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint.