Protein Production and Purification Senior Technician

The University of Edinburgh; Easter Howgate; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff Benefits

Annual Leave

Pension Scheme

Staff Discounts

Family-friendly initiatives

Flexible work options

Job summary

The University of Edinburgh's School of Biological Sciences is seeking an experienced technician to provide specialist technical support within the Edinburgh Protein Production Facility (EPPF).

The postholder will help ensure the efficient running, maintenance and development of the facility, supporting users across the University and external partners with protein expression, purification, and experimental design.

Qualifications

• Experience with protein expression and purification in a research setting.
• Familiarity with modern liquid chromatography systems and upkeep.
• Strong laboratory skills and knowledge of health and safety procedures.
• Ability to advise on workflows for QC of protein reagents.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist technical support within the Edinburgh Protein Production Facility (EPPF).
• Ensure efficient running, maintenance and development of the facility.
• Support users across the University and external partners with protein expression and purification.
• Advise on experimental design and biophysical workflows for QC of protein reagents.

Skills

Protein expression

Protein purification

Biophysical platforms

Lab safety

Communication skills

Tools

Liquid chromatography systems

Job description

UE06: £34,610 - £39,906 per annum

CSE / School of Biological Sciences

Full time: 35 hours per week

Fixed term: 18 months

The Opportunity:

The School of Biological Sciences is seeking an experienced technician to provide specialist technical support within the Edinburgh Protein Production Facility (EPPF). The postholder will help ensure the efficient running, maintenance and development of the facility, supporting users across the University and external partners with protein expression, purification, and associated experimental design.

Applicants should have practical experience in protein expression and purification, including use and maintenance of modern liquid chromatography systems, alongside strong laboratory skills and good knowledge of health and safety procedures. Applicants should also have practical experience in running and providing advice on biophysical platforms in workflows for the solution QC of protein reagents. Excellent communication skills are essential, as the role involves advising and supporting a wide range of facility users.

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As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

• A competitive salary.
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, including generous annual leave entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, a wide range of staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the value of your pay and benefits.

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Key dates to note

The closing date for applications is 8 October 2026.

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