Research Technician in Developmental Biology

The University of Manchester; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Manchester is seeking a part-time Research Technician to join a lab focused on gene expression and cell signaling during Drosophila development. The role requires a relevant degree and experience in a research setting. The position offers a market-leading pension and excellent health services.

Benefits

Market-leading pension scheme

Employee health and wellbeing services

Exceptional annual leave entitlement

Paid closure over Christmas

Local and national discounts

Qualifications

• Substantial relevant experience working in a research laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Support lab research on gene expression and cell signaling dynamics.

Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant biological science

GCSEs in English and Mathematics

Job description

We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic part-time Research Technician to join Hilary Ashe's lab. The post will support the lab's research aimed at understanding how gene expression and cell signalling dynamics regulate cell fate decisions during Drosophila development.

The successful candidate will be practical, organized and independent, with excellent communication skills. Applicants should hold a qualification at QCF level 6 (such as a bachelor's degree or equivalent) in a relevant biological science subject or QCF level 2 passes (such as GCSEs) in English and Mathematics and at least one Science subject, along with substantial relevant experience working in a research laboratory. The position is funded at 0.5 FTE for 1 year.

What you will get in return:

• 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 major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer, we support an inclusive working environment and welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our university is positive about flexible working; you can find out more here.

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from recruitment agencies. Any CVs 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 must demonstrate their right to work in the UK to be eligible for the position.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting, and interviews:

Name: Hilary Ashe

Email: [e-mail]

General enquiries:

Email: [e-mail]

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This vacancy will close at midnight on the closing date.

See the link below for the Further Particulars document containing the person specification criteria.