Mammalian Cell Culture Research Assistant (5-Month)

The University Of Manchester; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employer pension contribution

Christmas closure across departments

Purple Place employee discount

Job summary

The University of Manchester invites applications for a full-time Research Assistant in Mammalian Cell Culture (Grade 5) to contribute to developing practical alternatives to animal‑derived serum. This fixed-term post lasts 5 months, within Prof Alan Dickson's group in the Manchester Institute of Biotechnology, collaborating with Dr Zeynep Betts and an industry partner.

You will maintain mammalian cell cultures, adapt cells to different supplements, and measure growth and protein production.

Qualifications

• Understanding of mammalian cell biology and the principles of cell culture.
• Hands‑on experience of sterile technique for handling cells (ideally mammalian cells).
• Accurate record keeping and data analysis.
• Clear written and spoken communication.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining mammalian cell cultures (such as CHO cells) using sterile technique and agreed protocols.
• Adapting cells to grow in different supplements.
• Measuring cell growth, viability and nutrient use, and the amount and quality of protein produced where relevant.
• Recording, analysing and presenting data clearly and accurately, keeping full laboratory records.
• Liaising with the industry partner, including sharing results and materials and attending project meetings.

Skills

mammalian cell biology and culture

sterile technique

record keeping and data analysis

written and spoken communication

Education

Degree in biological sciences or chemical engineering or related subject

Job description

The University of Manchester invites applications for a full-time Research Assistant in Mammalian Cell Culture (Grade 5) to contribute to developing practical alternatives to animal‑derived serum. This fixed-term post lasts 5 months, within Prof Alan Dickson's group in the Manchester Institute of Biotechnology, collaborating with Dr Zeynep Betts and an industry partner.

You will maintain mammalian cell cultures, adapt cells to different supplements, and measure growth and protein production.