Physiology Laboratory Technician

UK Sports Institute; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The UK Sports Institute seeks a part-time Physiology Laboratory Technician in Manchester, offering an exciting opportunity to support a team of physiologists. This fixed-term role is ideal for part-time Masters or PhD students or early career practitioners. Candidates should be autonomous problem-solvers with strong organizational skills.

Benefits

29 days annual leave

Professional memberships

Comprehensive health plan

Generous parental and family leave

Competitive pension scheme

Occupational sick pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Life cover

Retail offers and discounts

Qualifications

• Ability to work autonomously and manage tasks independently.
• Supportive, caring, and protocol-driven approach.
• Demonstrate authority when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate lab logistics for a team of practitioners.
• Build relationships with suppliers, administrators, and practitioners.
• Solve technical laboratory-based problems under pressure.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Masters or PhD aspiring students

Job description

Our Vacancy

The Opportunity...

The UK Sports Institute have an exciting opportunity for a part time Physiology Laboratory Technician working in Manchester - Initially on a fixed term basis until March 2026.

A snapshot of the role...

This role is an exciting opportunity to support a team of physiologists at the UK Sports Institute

Prior experience as a laboratory technician is not essential. The ideal candidate will be a supportive, caring, and helpful individual who is protocol driven, practical, and able to demonstrate authority when necessary. Crucially, they must be capable of working autonomously, showing initiative and sound judgment while managing tasks independently without close supervision. Given the part-time, fixed-term nature of the role, it may be particularly well suited to part-time Masters or PhD students, or to an early career practitioner seeking flexible but meaningful laboratory experience.

• Do you have the organisational skills to co-ordinate lab logistics for a team of practitioners?
• Do you think you can build and maintain the range of relationships required to run a lab? E.g., suppliers, administrators, practitioners.
• Can you solve technical laboratory-based problems under pressure?

If you feel you can bring the expertise we require to help us shape our future, we very much look forward to hearing from you.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At the UKSI we aspire to have a workforce that is diverse and representative of all sections of society, not only by characteristic but by thought and perspective. We believe a diverse workforce enables growth and creates a sustainably inclusive workspace for all employees.

If there is something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job more accessible, let us know!

Safer Recruitment ...

We are committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment here at UKSI. All applications for all roles within our organisation will be subject to safer recruitment principles. Applicants will be required to complete a self-declaration form, will have references checked and dependent upon role may be required to obtain Enhanced DBS vetting.

Application Method: To be considered for this opportunity, candidates will be required to submit a CV and answer two application questions via the UKSI careers portal. The answers to the application questions should bring your CV to life by highlighting your relevant skills, experience and attributes that would make you the ideal candidate for this role.

Important: Once you begin your application on the portal you will have the option to type your answers in a free text box, however if you would prefer, you may upload your answers with your CV. We ask that the answers to the questions are no more than 2 sides of A4. (please note that you can only upload 1 document to the portal so please ensure the questions appear either at the beginning or as a follow on from your CV)

Artificial Intelligence: We are aware of an increase in the use of Artificial intelligence for applications. At the UKSI we are keen to get to know you as a person and AI-generated content may lack the specificity required and/or fail to address key criteria. We consider that personalised responses are essential to convey your individual skills, knowledge and experience. Therefore, to maintain the integrity and fairness of our recruitment process, we discourage the use of AI-generated content which may diminish your chances of success in your application. Please note this does not apply to the use of adaptive technology used to support an applicant's individual needs.

Key Dates for Applicants

Closing Date: Friday 20th June 5pm

Shortlisting Date: We will aim to complete our shortlist by Tuesday 24th June

Interview Date:

Thursday 26th and Friday 27th June 2025 - Telephone/online interviews (if required)

Thursday 3rd July 2025 - In person interviews, Manchester.

Additional information for applicants:

Please note that occasionally interview dates may be subject to change and may require additional stages. In these instances, we will do our upmost to ensure that candidates have sufficient notice and preparation time.

If you have any questions regarding the content of the Job Description that you would like to discuss further, please email your enquiry to [e-mail].

Our Company

The UKSI delivers outstanding support that enables sports and athletes to excel.

Since 2002, and over the last four Olympic and Paralympic cycles, the UKSI has evolved quietly and effectively into an organisation consistently performing at a world-leading level, contributing to over 1,000 British Olympic and Paralympic medals.

Our Benefits

Learning and development

29 days annual leave

Professional memberships

Comprehensive health plan

Generous parental and family leave

Competitive pension scheme

Occupational sick pay

Kit and equipment

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Life cover

Retail offers and discounts

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