Overview
QIAGEN is the leading global provider of Sample to Insight solutions to transform biological materials into valuable molecular insights. QIAGEN sample technologies isolate and process DNA, RNA and proteins from blood, tissue and other materials. Assay technologies make these biomolecules visible and ready for analysis. Bioinformatics software and knowledge bases interpret data to report relevant, actionable insights. Automation solutions tie these together in seamless and cost-effective molecular testing workflows. QIAGEN provides these workflows to more than 500,000 customers around the world.
QIAGEN employ approximately 6,000 people in over 35 locations worldwide. Their mission is to make improvements in life possible by enabling customers to achieve outstanding success and breakthroughs in life sciences, applied testing, pharma and molecular diagnostics.
Their commitment to the markets, customers and patients they serve drives innovation and investment in all areas where their Sample to Insight technologies are required. The exceptional talent, skill and passion of their employees are key to QIAGEN’s excellence, success and value.
Project Outline
At QIAGEN Manchester they focus on delivering solutions which facilitate personalised healthcare. You will join a highly motivated team working on developing Molecular Diagnostic PCR-based assays.
Key responsibilities
– Design, plan and perform studies for individual research project to support the development of new
diagnostic products
– Ensure that experiments are completed to the required quality and regulatory standards
– Analyse and present results in written reports
– Work as part of the product development team to ensure a safe and efficient laboratory environment
Requirements
– University degree and currently completing a PhD in a relevant field
– Experience in molecular biology (e.g. PCR, RT-PCR, primer design, dPCR, NGS)
– Good analytical skills and attention to detail
– Planning and problem solving
– Positive attitude and self-motivated
Skills developed during placement
– Work experience in a professional environment
– Experience in new molecular biology techniques
– Day to day work following quality and regulatory standards
Number of placements offered: Two placements per intake
Possible Timeframe: Expected intakes are September, January and May, for a minimum period of 12 weeks.
Submit your application (CV & cover letter) to the following contacts at QIAGEN (please include the following in email subject: PhD placement – “your name”):
– James Curran (James.Curran@qiagen.com)
– Brandon Foster (Brandon.Foster@qiagen.com)