Research Technician in the Manchester Fungal Infection Group

Job title:

Research Technician in the Manchester Fungal Infection Group

Company:

University of Manchester

Job description

The Research Technician will support a wide range of research activities in the Manchester Fungal Infection Group and to contribute to specific ongoing research projects. This will involve independently performing Wellcome Trust and MRC grant-funded experiments, contributing to experimental design, consultation with other researchers, data analysis, presentation, and reporting. The post also involves training, advisory and supervisory roles, supporting staff and students to ensure compliance with University procedures and regulations, particularly Health and Safety legislation. Lab management duties will include maintenance, advice and induction with regard to the procurement of consumables and use of equipment and general laboratory organisation. The post holder will need to liaise with others to ensure they have a clear understanding of the needs of the School, Faculty and University in order to achieve their goals.Applicants will preferably have knowledge and experience of molecular biology, immunological, protein purification and/or microbiological techniques.What you will get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out moreHybrid working arrangements may be considered.Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to .Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.Please note, under the new immigration rules this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route of the Points Based System. Candidates will need to be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK in order to be eligible to take up the post.Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:Name: Prof Mike BromleyEmail:General enquiries:Email:Technical support:This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.

Expected salary

Location

Manchester

Job date

Sat, 23 Nov 2024 04:22:39 GMT

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