Research Technician - Hereditary Prostate Cancer Lab

University of Manchester; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contributions

Christmas closure across departments

Purple Place discount platform

Job summary

University of Manchester is seeking a Research Technician to join the Translational Oncogenomics team within the Manchester Cancer Research Centre. You will work on a Career Acceleration Fellowship Award, providing technical support across project activities in a dynamic, inclusive environment.

The role involves running experiments, maintaining cell stocks, data analysis, and ensuring health and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• QCF level 6 qualification in a relevant biological science subject.
• Alternatively, QCF level 2 with English/Mathematics and at least one Science subject, plus relevant research lab experience.
• Competent computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Run experiments and maintain cell stocks.
• Data analysis and maintain accurate records of laboratory work.
• Use, maintain, and teach the use of research equipment.
• Assist team members in ensuring health and safety compliance within the laboratories.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Data analysis

Health & safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Access

Job description

University of Manchester is seeking a Research Technician to join the Translational Oncogenomics team within the Manchester Cancer Research Centre. You will work on a Career Acceleration Fellowship Award, providing technical support across project activities in a dynamic, inclusive environment.

The role involves running experiments, maintaining cell stocks, data analysis, and ensuring health and safety compliance.